This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This procurement is being conducted under Simplified Acquisition procedures pursuant to the authority of FAR Subpart 13.5, Test Programs for Certain Commercial Items (10 U.S.C. 2304(g) & 2305 & 41 U.S.C. 253(g) & 253a & 253b), FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items (Title VIII of the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994 (Public Law 103-355)), & FAR Subpart 37.4, Non-personal Health Care Services (10 U.S.C. 2304 and 41 U.S.C. 253). This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; therefore, a written solicitation will not be issued. The Aberdeen Area Indian Health Service (IHS) intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order in response to Request for Quotation (RFQ) 11-044, for Off-Site OB/GYN Services at the Fort Yates IHS Hospital in Fort Yates, ND. The solicitation documents & incorporated provisions & clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-43. The associated North American Industry Classification System code is 621111 and the small business size standard is $7.0 million.

PRICE SCHEDULE: OB/GYN 368 hours (1 day per week for 46 weeks) @ tiny_mce_marker__________________ per hour = tiny_mce_marker___________________. The quoted "unit price" must be an all-inclusive cost. All "inclusive unit price" is defined to include travel, lodging, per diem, fringe benefits, federal, state and local taxes (contact the local Tribal TERO Office to see if taxes are applicable), plus all other costs pertinent to the performance of this purchase order.

PURPOSE OF THE CONTRACTThe purpose of the contract is for the recruitment, credentialing and placement of an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician at the Fort Yates Service Unit (Indian Health Service Hospital and McLaughlin Clinic). The care provided by the Contractor shall be as comprehensive as the Indian Health Service supplied facilities, equipment and support services permit. The Contractor shall furnish the necessary personnel, supplies, materials, and equipment to provide OB/GYN Physician services to the Fort Yates Service Unit. The Indian Health Service requires OB/GYN Physician services continue without interruption during the term of the contract. The continuity of services is vital and must be available during the term of the contract. See attached Statement of Work.

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The period of performance will be from Date of Award through September 30, 2011. The Contractor is to perform according to the Statement of Work.
Attached are the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) & Health & Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) clauses that are applicable including below.
FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (June 2008).
Quotes shall be submitted on company letterhead stationery. Signed and dated. And it shall include:
1. Solicitation number
2. Closing Date: November 5, 2010 at 3:00 pm CST
3. Name, address and telephone number of company and email address of contact person.
4. Technical description of the item/service being offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with the requirements of the
solicitation. This may include product literature, or other documents, if necessary
5. Terms of any express warranty
6. Price and any discount terms
7. "Remit to" address, if different from mailing address
8. A completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3
9. Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (if any issued)
10. Past performance information, when included as an evaluation factor, to include recent and relevant contracts for the same or similar items and other references (including contract numbers, points of contact with telephone numbers and other relevant information).
FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (August 2009). See attachment for full text and instructions for completion.
FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (June 2010), applies to this acquisition and is incorporated by reference.
FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items (July 2010). See attachment for full text.
In addition, Contractors shall provide the following:
1. Complete and sign Licensure Requirement (if applicable); provide a copy of current license.
2. Complete and sign Agreement to a temporary provisional of character investigations (for government contractors only).
3. Complete and sign the Declaration for Federal Employment - Optional Form 306.
4. Complete and sign Addendum to Declaration for Federal Employment (OF306).
5. Copy of malpractice insurance (if applicable).
Submit quote to: Aberdeen Area Indian Health Service
Attn: Tiffany Marks, Purchasing Agent
115 4th Ave. SE, Room 309
Aberdeen, SD 57401
Or fax to 605-226-7669 or email [email protected]
ACCEPTANCE PERIOD: Your quotation must stipulate that it is predicated upon all the terms and conditions of this RFQ. In addition, it must contain a statement to the effect that it is firm for a period of at least 60 days from the date of receipt by the Government.

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