Description
The Indian Health Service (IHS) Albuquerque Area Office is conducting market research to find qualified vendors that can provide one full‑time Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive outpatient primary‑care services (pediatric, adult, geriatric) at the Ute Mountain Ute Health Center in Towaoc, CO. The NP will work up to 2,000 hours per year, Monday‑Friday during regular clinic hours, supporting scheduled clinics, same‑day appointments, and walk‑ins. The position requires full licensure, certification, and the ability to work independently. The anticipated contract is a base year with four one‑year options, making a potential five‑year performance period. This Sources Sought Notice is used for Buy Indian Act set‑aside considerations and to determine if the requirement can be fulfilled by an Indian Economic Enterprise or other small‑business categories.
• Location: Ute Mountain Ute Service Unit, Towaoc, Colorado
• Service: Full‑time Nurse Practitioner (primary care) – up to 2,000 hrs/yr
• Scope: Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, medication management, preventive care, referrals, care coordination
• Period of Performance: 1 base year + up to 4 optional 1‑year extensions (max 5 years)
• Funding/Set‑aside: Potential Buy Indian Act or Total Small Business set‑aside
• Submission deadline for market‑research response: 5:30 p.m. MDT, 17 Sep 2026
• Required contact: Shandiin DeWolfe (email & phone provided)