IHS1519435 - Pawnee IHS Echocardiogram Interpretation Services

This Sources Sought notice from the Indian Health Service (IHS) seeks qualified Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) capable of providing remote echocardiogram and vascular interpretation services at the Pawnee Indian Health Center in Oklahoma. The contract, anticipated to commence around February 2026, includes a base year with four optional renewal periods, emphasizing timely delivery of diagnostic reports—within 72 hours for routine and 24 hours for urgent cases—via HL7-compatible systems integrated with IHS electronic health records. The contractor must employ licensed cardiologists who meet state licensure, Medicare, and Medicaid standards, and ensure all personnel adhere to HIPAA, Section 508 accessibility standards, and IHS cybersecurity protocols, including secure VPN access with AES-256 encryption. The contract emphasizes data security, requiring a comprehensive Patient Data Security Plan, an Interconnection Security Agreement, and ongoing personnel training. Respondents are required to submit a capability statement and a self-certification form affirming their status as an Indian Economic Enterprise, with detailed company information such as SAM UEI, DUNS, CAGE code, Tax ID, and socioeconomic status. The submission deadline is December 3, 2025, via email to Amber Chavez, with a maximum of five pages. The notice clarifies that this is not a solicitation and responses are voluntary; the government may use the information for market research or future solicitation planning. Key contractual provisions include compliance with HIPAA, Section 508, HL7 interoperability, and security standards, as well as the requirement for a contingency plan and adherence to performance metrics. The contract emphasizes the importance of maintaining eligibility under the Buy Indian Act, with legal penalties for false certifications, and stipulates that all deliverables be accepted at the Pawnee site following government inspection.