Q -- Q - RFPM040009EE Offices of Physician

The Navajo Area Indian Health Service is seeking proposals from qualified physicians to deliver professional healthcare services to Native American Indians and Alaskan Natives who are eligible beneficiaries under the Indian Health Service. The services are to be provided within the contractor's own facilities or hospitals where the physicians have staff privileges. Under the terms of the contract, reimbursement will be made according to IHS Payment Policy, which requires providers to accept Medicare allowable rates, including deductibles and co-payments, as full payment. This ensures cost containment while maintaining service access for the target population. Proposals for this solicitation, identified by number NA406011C, will be accepted until December 31, 2004, with the anticipated issuance date on April 12, 2004. Multiple awards are expected to be made, with an initial contract term of twelve months followed by four possible one-year option periods, allowing for continuity of care and program stability. Interested candidates can contact Contract Specialist Eva J Etsitty for additional information or clarification. The contract falls under the NAICS code 621111, which corresponds to offices of physicians.