Pandemic Plan Preparedness Evaluation Services

The Indian Health Service is soliciting independent evaluation services to assess its 2025 Pandemic Preparedness Plan, focusing on readiness for public health emergencies, continuity of health care operations, workforce resilience, and supply-chain stability for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The contract, identified by solicitation number IHS1548449, is a Buy Indian Set-Aside exclusively available to Indian Economic Enterprises that are at least 51% owned by federally recognized tribes or individuals of Indian descent, as mandated by the Buy Indian Act and HHSAR 326.601. Bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management, provide a unique entity identifier, and submit a completed self-certification form attesting to their ownership and tribal affiliation, with false representations subject to penalties under federal law. The performance location is designated as Rockville, Virginia, and the evaluation deliverables include an independent assessment of the pandemic plan, conduct of readiness exercises, and a comprehensive after-action report summarizing strengths, gaps, and recommendations. There is no stated contract value, and no detailed evaluation criteria, pricing structure, or performance timeline are provided beyond the requirement that the contractor maintain eligibility throughout the contract lifecycle. The procurement is open for responses through August 14, 2026, with all submissions directed to the contracting office in Rockville, Maryland, and no alternative contract types, options, security clearances, or technical specifications beyond the eligibility and certification requirements are specified.