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This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the Indian Health Service (IHS) for one (1) part-time Endodontist to provide non-personal healthcare services at the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic (AIDC) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside with NAICS code 621210, seeking an endodontist to work three 9-hour shifts for six months per year, performing endodontic services such as diagnosis, treatment planning, and root canal therapy for Native American patients.
The contract will be a firm-fixed-price type with a base year from TBD 2026 to TBD 2027 and four potential option years through 2031. The contractor must be a graduate of an accredited dental school with a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree, board certified, and hold a current BLS certification. Key requirements include maintaining medical liability insurance ($1M per person/$3M per occurrence), providing three reference letters, and completing mandatory training on child protection and information security. Quotes are due by 5:30 pm MDT on January 8, 2026, with award anticipated without discussions, and the government reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed in its best interest.
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Albuquerque NM 87110 4101 Indian School Rd NE, Suite 225 Albuquerque Indian Health Service
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621210
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REQUEST FOR
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INVITATION
FOR BID (IFB)
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QUOTE (RFQ)
14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION
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NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY
CLASSIFICATION STANDARD
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SMALL BUSINESS
01/08/2026 1730 MT
12/15/2025
505-256-6750STEPHANIE BEGAY
(No collect calls)
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Solicitation 75H70726Q00025 is hereby issued to provide an Endodontic Non-Personal Healthcare service agreement for the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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75H70726Q00025
Project Title One (1) Endodontist– AIDC
SECTION B – CONTINUATION
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the Indian Health Service (IHS) for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation No. 75H70726Q00025 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for one (1) Endodontist to provide non-personal services for the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic located in Albuquerque, NM.
This acquisition is set-aside for Total Small Business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 621210 with a small business size standard of $8.0 million.
1. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic 9169 Coors Blvd NW Albuquerque, NM 87120
2. CONTRACT TYPE
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service (IHS), Division of Contracts and Grants Management (DCGM), anticipates awarding one single firm-fixed price type order for one (1) Endodontist to provide part-time Non-Personal Healthcare Services at the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic (AIDC) located in Albuquerque, NM, starting TBD, 2026 through TBD, 2027, as a result of this opportunity. These services are needed to start as soon as possible, dependent on the length of the background clearance.
This is a non-personal health care service contract, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.101, under which the contractor is an independent contractor. The Government may evaluate the quality of professional and administrative services provided, but retains no control over the medical, professional aspects of services rendered (e.g., professional judgments, diagnosis for specific medical treatment). The contractor is required to indemnify the Government for any liability-producing act or omission by the contractor, its employees and agents occurring during contractor performance. The contract must maintain medical liability insurance. The contractor must maintain liability insurance in coverage amount acceptable to the Contracting Officer, which is not less than the amount normally prevailing within the local community for the medical specialty concerned. The contractor is required to ensure that its subcontract for provisions of health care services contain the requirement of the Clause 52.237-7, including the maintenance of medical liability insurance.
3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (POP)
Performance will be for the base year only, unless the period is changed by written modification, as per FAR 17.207(c). If the Government exercises the option pursuant to FAR 52.217-9 - Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000), the period of performance shall be extended in accordance with the following schedule:
Base Year: TBD, 2026 – TBD, 2027 1st Option Year: TBD, 2027 – TBD, 2028 2nd Option Year: TBD, 2028 – TBD, 2029 3rd Option Year: TBD, 2029 – TBD, 2030 4th Option Year: TBD, 2030 – TBD, 2031 http://www.acquisition.gov/
Project Title One (1) Endodontist– AIDC
If these services are no longer needed, due to the hiring of full-time staff, etc., it may be determined that this contract will be terminated. If this occurs, advance notice will be given to the Contractor and Contracting Agency.
4. PRICING SUMMARY
Upon delivery and acceptance of the services described in the Statement of Work (SOW) and identified in the schedule of charges below, the Government shall pay to the Contractor the total prices set forth on the specified contract line items.
SCHEDULE OF CHARGES**
Item
Contract Period Pricing Total Amount
CLIN
Base Year:
TBD/2026 –
TBD/2027
1 Endodontist x $____________/hour x 162 hours/year =
$______________/year
CLIN
1st Option Year:
TBD/2027 –
TBD/2028
1 Endodontist x $____________/hour x 162 hours/year =
$______________/year
CLIN
2nd Option Year:
TBD/2028 –
TBD/2029
1 Endodontist x $____________/hour x 162 hours/year =
$______________/year
CLIN
3rd Option Year:
TBD/2029 –
TBD/2030
1 Endodontist x $____________/hour x 162 hours/year =
$______________/year
CLIN
4th Option Year:
TBD/2030 –
TBD/2031
1 Endodontist x $____________/hour x 162 hours/year =
$______________/year
GRAND TOTAL (base year + option years): $__________________
*- Note: The contractor will work 9 hour shifts for 3 days per month for 6 months per year (9 hrs./day x 3 days/month x 6 months/year = 162 hrs./year)
* - Note: # of weeks is subject to change due to Federal Holidays, unexpected closures/delays, etc. Also, the start date is dependent on the background clearance of the Contractor, so this date is subject to change.
* - All-inclusive: The hourly rate shall be an all-inclusive rate of all other fees including: travel expenses; per diem;
lodging; all cities, state, federal, and local taxes; and miscellaneous cost associated with the above services.
***There is a fillable table attached for your usage or you may use a format of your own***
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As an independent Contractor; billing and collecting for the federal, state and other local city/county taxes is the responsibility of the Contractor, this includes the New Mexico Gross Receipt Taxes (NMGRT) for services provided in any county of the State of New Mexico. The Indian Health Service will not withhold taxes nor will it issue a W-2 to the contractor.
5. POINTS OF CONTACT (POC)
Contracting Officer (CO) Contract Specialist (CS)
Stephanie Begay Stephanie Begay
(505) 256-6750 (505) 256-6750
Stephanie.Begay3@ihs.gov Stephanie.Begay3@ihs.gov
Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Alternate Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)
Name: John Jaramillo Name: Gena Laughlin
Phone: To be distributed at award Phone: To be distributed at award
Email: To be distributed at award Email: To be distributed at award
6. STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)
Background/Purpose: This position will provide part-time General Dentistry with Endodontic Emphasis Non-Personal Healthcare Services to support the mission of the Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic (AIDC). The contractor shall provide endodontic services such as the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases of the dental pulp/root canal therapy for Native American patients. The need will be sporadic and occur when a patient’s need warrants services.
Clinical Duties The Contractor will:
• Provide examinations, diagnosis, prognoses, treatment planning, patient and consultation follow-up.
• Provide general dentistry services with Endodontic Emphasis consultative services as needed.
• Consult with other health care providers when a medical and/or developmental condition requires further investigation.
• Prescribe appropriate medications when needed.
• Document treatment needs and treatment provided in the dental record of the patients in accordance with the
Albuquerque Indian Dental Clinic (AIDC) programs policy and procedures.
• Provide endodontic services that include but are not limited to the professional and scientific work in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, injuries, and deformities of the teeth, the jaw, organs of the mouth, and other structures in the oral cavity and mastication system of patients of any age.
• Diagnose and treat oral pathology within the limits of their usual professional qualifications and within the standards of quality generally provided by licensed and practicing dentists in the United States. In providing these services, the contractor assumes the same responsibilities and provides the same consideration, advice, instruction, personal home care guidance, and quality of treatment to IHS beneficiaries, under the terms of this contract, as is provided to the general public.
Qualifications The contractor shall meet the following qualifications:
• Education: Be a graduate of an accredited dental school and possess a D.D.S or D.M.D degree.
o Be a graduate of an accredited residency program in endodontic dentistry.
• Certifications: Be certified by the American Board of Dentistry.
o Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Certification.
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• License: Shall be licensed in a state of the United States or its territories to practice endodontic dentistry.
• Insurance Coverage: Shall provide and maintain the following for the duration of the contract, o Worker’s compensation insurance and liability insurance for all employees, facilities, and vehicles.
o Medical liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000.00 per person, $3,000,000.00 per occurrence, and $100,000.00 for property damage.
• Resume: Shall provide documentation of past employment and training history and three written and verifiable reference letters addressing the applicant’s reliability and stability, interpersonal interaction, and suitability for working with children and adolescents.
Additional Requirements The Contractor shall be:
• Courteous, professional, present a neat appearance and be easily recognized. This includes wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or by wearing appropriate badges that contain the company name and employee name.
Work Schedule:
This is a part-time position and the contractor shall be scheduled to work three (3) nine (9) hour shifts for six (6 months per year (9 hrs./day x 3 days/month x 6 months/year). The contractor will be scheduled during the hours of 8:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:15 pm to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Federal holidays are observed and the treatment center is closed for business on those days. Overtime (OT) is not authorized for this contract. Additionally, the contractor will not accrue annual or sick leave.
The Contractor may take a 45-minute lunch break during these hours. If the contractor chooses not to take the 45-minute lunch break, it cannot be invoiced as time worked. Travel to and from the facility/office site are not included in the tour of duty and cannot be invoiced as part of the tour of duty for the day. The Contractor shall not exceed 9-hours during a work day. The Contractor will report to the Clinical Director if unable to work due to illness or unanticipated events, as soon as possible in order to make necessary changes in the schedule.
Government Holidays
New Year’s Day Labor Day Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Indigenous Peoples Day (Columbus Day)
Washington’s Birthday
Veterans Day
Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth National Independence Day
Christmas Day
Independence Day
*Any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States to be a national holiday (see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/).
7. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE
All work performed under this contract is subject to inspection and final acceptance by the Contracting Officer (CO) or the duly authorized representative of the Government. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), as a duly authorized representative of the Contracting Officer, shall be responsible for monitoring the Contractor’s performance, evaluating the quality of services provided, and performing final inspection and acceptance of all deliverables and services required under this contract.
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a. Performance Evaluation:
• The Contractor shall meet all requirements of the Statement of Work (SOW) to a satisfactory degree.
• The Contractor shall immediately notify the COR of any information or circumstances that may violate applicable statutes, policies, or procedures, including any changes in federal, state, county, or tribal regulations or licensure requirements that could affect service delivery.
• Review and approval of work shall be performed by the Contracting Officer or authorized representative.
Evaluation of services performed under this contract will be conducted jointly by the Contractor and the Government Project Officer during the contract term, and results of such evaluations will become part of the official contract file.
• The evaluation report will address progress made in meeting the contract objectives. Evaluation dates shall be mutually agreed upon by the Contractor and Government Project Officer.
b. Quality Assurance:
The Contractor’s work is subject to review as part of the Service Unit Quality Assurance Program (Competency).
Reviews may include assessment of completed assignments and supervisory evaluations. The Contractor shall correct any deficiencies identified. Failure to take corrective action may result in termination of the contract for cause if facilities, patients, or staff are endangered or harmed as a result of the Contractor’s actions.
c. Contractor Performance Evaluation Report:
Throughout the contract period, the Contractor’s performance will be evaluated on both an interim and final basis pursuant to FAR Subpart 42.15, to include the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS).
These evaluations become part of the official contract file and may be used as past-performance information for future procurements involving the Contractor, its affiliates, or significant subcontractors.
d. Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR):
In the event of unsatisfactory contract performance, the Contracting Officer will issue a Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR) describing the circumstances and findings regarding the incomplete or deficient service. The Contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the CDR and provide a written corrective-action plan describing how the deficiency will be resolved and prevented from recurring. The Government will review the Contractor’s response for acceptability, and any completed CDRs will become part of the overall performance evaluation record used in assessing current and future contractual obligations.
8. INVOICE SUBMISSION
The Contractor shall submit invoices daily, weekly, or monthly as necessary. Advance payments will not be issued by Finance unless stated herein. Upload complete invoice with all required documentation to:
https://www.ipp.gov
Please do not send any invoices or any invoice-related documents (such as deliverables, reports or balance statements) to the Contracting Officer or Finance Department. Failure to upload required documents directly to the website listed above will delay prompt payment of your invoice.
Additionally, the Contractor is required to include the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) on each invoice. For additional information about the UEI (hhtps://www.sam.gov).
Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
A W-9 form shall be submitted to the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service Division of Accounting Services by either of the following:
1. Encrypted Email: ALB_AOAPinvoices@ihs.gov or https://www.ipp.gov/
Project Title One (1) Endodontist– AIDC
2. Secure Fax: (505) 256-6851
Failure to submit the required form W-9 to the office(s) listed above will delay issuance of the IRS 1099 Form.
Credit memos will not be accepted as a form of refund. All refunds are to be submitted via a check addressed to:
Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service Division of Accounts Receivable 4101 Indian School Road NE, Suite 225 Albuquerque, NM 87110
9. SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
a. Fingerprinting Requirements for Security and Suitability:
Prior to the commencement of services, the Contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to schedule an appointment to complete the fingerprinting process required under IHS regulations pertaining to security and character background investigations. No services may begin until successful completion of background clearance—including a criminal-history background investigation—and the Government has designated an official start date. Due to internal processes, this clearance may take up to six (6) months. Potential candidates must be informed of this delay and factor it into their availability.
b. Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act:
Under the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 U.S.C. § 3201 et seq.), as amended, the Contractor and/or its personnel who will perform this contract shall be subject to character investigations. The investigation will be conducted via the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) electronic application (e- APP) process, and shall include all fingerprinting procedures and clearances required by the Act and implementing regulations. The Contractor shall supply all information necessary to support Level I and/or Level II background checks, and shall cooperate with IHS in ensuring that the pre-employment screening process includes all required investigation questionnaires and forms. The Contractor acknowledges that personnel may be removed at any time if the adjudication is unfavorable, or if information subsequently arises that negatively affects suitability.
c. Health Requirements / Conditions of Engagement:
As a condition of performance under this contract, the Contractor shall provide, for each individual proposed, documentation verifying compliance with the following immunization/health requirements, if required:
• Immunity to Rubella, Mumps, and Measles
• Immunity to Hepatitis B series or a signed declination of the Hepatitis B vaccination
• History of Chickenpox (Varicella) disease or a positive antibody titer
• Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) vaccination within the last five (5) years
• Tuberculosis (TB) Mantoux (PPD) skin test within the past twelve (12) months, with documentation of follow-up for a positive result
• Current seasonal influenza vaccination
d. Use of Government Vehicles:
When authorized, Contractor personnel may use Government-owned motor vehicles in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), GSA Fleet procedures, and the following conditions:
(1) Government vehicles shall be used only for purposes that directly further the contract performance;
(2) Government vehicles may not be used for transportation between the employee’s residence and place of employment unless specifically authorized under 31 U.S.C. § 1344 and 41 CFR Part 102-5;
(3) The Contractor shall establish and enforce disciplinary measures for unauthorized use of Government vehicles, and shall reimburse the Government for any costs incurred from unauthorized or non-contract-related use.
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e. Orientation and Training:
The Contractor shall ensure that its personnel complete any facility-specific orientation or training required to perform the contracted duties (for example IHS IT systems or operational procedures). Training under this contract shall be limited to material necessary to perform the required services or that which is mandated by the IHS Service Unit/Health Center; it is not for continuing education, career development, or individual advancement. Required training includes:
1. “Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse” - (IHM Circular 19-05) — to be completed within thirty
(30) days of the individual’s start date; certificate to be provided to the COR.
2. “Overview of Trauma-Informed Care and Historical Trauma” - (for non-personal healthcare services, e.g., MLTs, RNs, Physicians) — certificate to be provided to the COR.
3. Information System Security Awareness (ISSA) Training - for any Contractor personnel who will access or connect to IHS information systems or networks: must be completed within twenty-four (24) hours of receiving access and annually thereafter (online at http://www.ihs.gov/issa). Certificate to be provided to the COR. If an individual only reads and signs the IHS Quick Guide to Information Security, then the individual may have up to thirty (30) days to complete the ISSA training; otherwise, access will be revoked.
4. “Fraud, Waste, and Abuse” - training videos are required for all contractors.
f. HHS Information Systems Access and Security:
• Contractor personnel who require access to sensitive data, HHS-controlled facilities, or HHS information systems are designated at Level 1 or Level 2 sensitivity. Prior to such access, personnel shall complete all required security and background investigations in accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and the HHS Information Security Program Policy.
• The minimum investigation for non-critical sensitive positions is a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI), which includes fingerprinting. The Contractor shall ensure proposed personnel are likely to obtain access approval. Any delays or denials in obtaining required clearances may impact the start of work or contract performance schedules.
• The Contractor shall incorporate this security requirement in all subcontracts that involve access to Government data, facilities, or information systems. All Government-issued identification, credentials, and access badges shall be returned to the COR or Contracting Officer within seven (7) calendar days after contract completion, termination, or employee separation.
g. Implementation Guidance:
Work under this contract shall assist IHS in meeting legislative mandates and guidance from OMB, HHS, NIST and U.S. CERT. Applicable authorities include, but are not limited to:
• Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH)
• The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) (Title III of the E-Government Act of 2002)
• OMB Circular A-130, Management of Federal Information Resources
• OMB Circular A-11, Preparation, Submission and Execution of the Budget
• Presidential Decision Directive (PDD) 63
• NIST Special Publications in the 800-series (e.g., SP 800-53)
h. Identification and Disposition of Data, Reports, and Other Deliverables:
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• Contractor is prohibited from using any data derived from the contract, or patient data/information, for any purpose not directly authorized by the Albuquerque Area IHS. All patient information is subject to the Privacy Act and the Confidential Information clauses (HHSAR 352.224-70 and 352.224-71).
• Upon contract completion or termination, all information, statistical or analytical material, reports and other data generated under the contract become property of the Albuquerque Area IHS.
• The Contractor shall not gather data, statistics or use material for publication or research for its own benefit without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.
SECTION C – CONTRACT CLAUSES
FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)
This purchase order incorporates one or more clauses by reference and/or full text with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/52
Per FAR Class Deviation 2025-09 Amendment 1: System updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in this solicitation. Contracting officers will rely on representations from offers based on provisions in the solicitation. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.
FAR
Clause Title Date
52.202-1 Definitions Jun 2020 52.203-6 with Alt 1
Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government. Jun 2020
52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights Nov 2023 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements. Jan 2017 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel Jan 2011 52.204-13 System for Award Management - Maintenance Oct 2018 52.204-91 Contractor Identification Oct 2025 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors
Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded.
Jan 2025
52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations Nov 2015 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services Nov 2023 52.216-4 Economic Price Adjustment – Labor and Material. Jan 2017 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside Nov 2020 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns Jan 2025 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting Oct 2022 52.222-3 Convict Labor Jun 2003 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans Jun 2020 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities Jun 2020 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans Jun 2020 52.222-40 Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act. Dec 2010 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards. Aug 2018 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires May 2014 52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards – Price Adjustment
(Multiple Year and Option Contracts) Aug 2018
52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons Oct 2025 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification Jan 2025 https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=/browse/far/52
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52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 Jan 2022 52.224-3 Privacy Training Jan 2017 52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving. May 2024 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – System for Award Management Oct 2018 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors. Mar 2023 52.233-3 Protest After Award Aug 1996 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim Oct 2004 52.237-3 Continuity of Services 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Oct 2025 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services Oct 2025 52.245-1 Government Property Sep 2021 52.246-4 Inspection of Services – Fixed Priced Aug 1996
FAR 52.217-8 - OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999)
The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days.
FAR 52.217-9 - OPTION TO EXTEND THE TERM OF CONTRACT (MAR 2000)
(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 30 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.
(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.
(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed five years.
FAR 52.237-7 INDEMNIFICATION AND MEDICAL LIABILITY INSURANCE (JAN 1997)
(a) It is expressly agreed and understood that this is a non-personal services contract, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.101, under which the professional services rendered by the Contractor are rendered in its capacity as an independent contractor. The Government may evaluate the quality of professional and administrative services provided, but retains no control over professional aspects of the services rendered, including by example, the Contractor's professional medical judgment, diagnosis, or specific medical treatments. The Contractor shall be solely liable for and expressly agrees to indemnify the Government with respect to any liability producing acts or omissions by it or by its employees or agents. The Contractor shall maintain during the term of this contract liability insurance issued by a responsible insurance carrier of not less than the following amount(s) per specialty per occurrence: * $1.000.000 .00.
(b) An apparently successful offeror, upon request by the Contracting Officer, shall furnish prior to contract award evidence of its insurability concerning the medical liability insurance required by paragraph (a) of this clause.
(c) Liability insurance may be on either an occurrences basis or on a claims-made basis. If the policy is on a claims-made basis, an extended reporting endorsement (tail) for a period of not less than 3 years after the end of the contract term must also be provided.
(d) Evidence of insurance documenting the required coverage for each health care provider who will perform under this contract shall be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to the commencement of services under this contract. If the insurance is on a claims-made basis and evidence of an extended reporting endorsement is not provided prior to the commencement of services, evidence of such endorsement shall be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to the expiration of this contract. Final payment under this contract shall be withheld until evidence of the extended reporting endorsement is provided to the Contracting Officer.
(e) The policies evidencing required insurance shall also contain an endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or material change adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective until 30 days after the insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting Officer. If, during the performance period of the contract the Contractor changes insurance providers, the Contractor must provide evidence that the Government will be indemnified to the limits
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(f) The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (f), in all subcontracts under this contract for health care services and shall require such subcontractors to provide evidence of and maintain insurance in accordance with paragraph (a) of this clause. At least 5 days before the commencement of work by any subcontractor, the Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer evidence of such insurance.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ACQUISITION REGULATION (HHSAR) (48 CFR
CHAPTER 3) CLAUSES
This Contract incorporates some HHSAR provisions/clauses by reference, with the same force and affect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these addresses: HHSAR - http://www.hhs.gov/policies/hhsar/subpart352.html
The applicable provisions/clauses are as follows:
HHSAR
Clause No. Title Date
352.211-3 Paperwork Reduction Act DEC 2015 352.222-70 Contractor Cooperation in Equal Employment Opportunity Investigations DEC 2015 352.226-1 Indian Preference DEC 2015 352.226-2 Indian Preference Program DEC 2015 352.227-70 Publications and Publicity DEC 2015 352.233-71 Litigation and Claims DEC 2015
HHSAR 352.203-70 - ANTI LOBBYING (DEC 2015)
Pursuant to the HHS annual appropriations acts, except for normal and recognized executive-legislative relationships, the Contractor shall not use any HHS contract funds for:
(a) Publicity or propaganda purposes;
(b) The preparation, distribution, or use of any kit, pamphlet, booklet, publication, electronic communication, radio, television, or video presentation designed to support or defeat the enactment of legislation before the Congress or any State or local legislature or legislative body, except in presentation to the Congress or any state or local legislature itself; or designed to support or defeat any proposed or pending regulation, administrative action, or order issued by the executive branch of any state or local government, except in presentation to the executive branch of any state or local government itself; or
(c) Payment of salary or expenses of the Contractor, or any agent acting for the Contractor, related to any activity designed to influence the enactment of legislation, appropriations , regulation, administrative action, or Executive order proposed or pending before the Congress or any state government, state legislature or local legislature or legislative body, other than for normal and recognized executive-legislative relationships or participation by an agency or officer of a state, local, or tribal government in policymaking and administrative processes within the executive branch of that government.
(d) The prohibitions in subsections (a), (b), and (c) above shall include any activity to advocate or promote any proposed, pending, or future federal, state, or local tax increase, or any proposed, pending, or future requirement for, or restriction on, any legal consumer product, including its sale or marketing, including, but not limited to, the advocacy or promotion of gun control.
HHSAR 352.224-70 PRIVACY ACT (DEC 2015)
This contract requires the Contractor to perform one or more of the following: (a) design; (b) develop; or (c) operate a Federal agency system of records to accomplish an agency function in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974 (Act) (5 U.S.C. 552a(m)(1)) and applicable agency regulations.
The term system of records means a group of any records under the control of any agency from which information is retrieved by the name of the individual or by some identifying number, symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to
Project Title One (1) Endodontist– AIDC the individual. Violations of the Act by the Contractor and/or its employees may result in the imposition of criminal penalties (5 U.S.C. 552a(i)).
The Contractor shall ensure that each of its employees knows the prescribed rules of conduct in 45 CFR part 5b and that each employee is aware that he/she is subject to criminal penalties for violation of the Act to the same extent as Department of Health and Human Services employees. These provisions also apply to all subcontracts the Contractor awards under this contract which require the design, development or operation of the designated system(s) of records (5 U.S.C. 552a(m)(1)).
The contract work statement:
(a) Identifies the system(s) of records and the design, development, or operation work the Contractor is to perform; and
(b) Specifies the disposition to be made of such records upon completion of contract performance.
HHSAR 352.224-71 - CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION (DEC 2015)
(a) Confidential Information, as used in this clause, means information or data of a personal nature about an individual, or proprietary information or data submitted by or pertaining to an institution or organization.
(b) Specific information or categories of information that the Government will furnish to the Contractor, or that the
Contractor is expected to generate, which are confidential may be identified elsewhere in this contract. The Contracting Officer may modify this contract to identify Confidential Information from time to time during performance.
(c) Confidential Information or records shall not be disclosed by the Contractor until:
(1) Written advance notice of at least 45 days shall be provided to the Contracting Officer of the Contractor's intent to release findings of studies or research, to which an agency response may be appropriate to protect the public interest or that of the agency.
(2) For information provided by or on behalf of the government,
(i) The publication or dissemination of the following types of information are restricted under this contract: [INSERT RESTRICTED TYPES OF INFORMATION. If none, so state.]
(ii) The reason(s) for restricting the types of information identified in subparagraph (i) is/are: [STATE
WHY THE PUBLIC OR GOVERNMENT INTEREST REQUIRES THE RESTRICTION OF EACH
TYPE OF INFORMATION. ANY BASIS FOR NONDISCLOSURE WHICH WOULD BE VALID
UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT IS SUFFICIENT UNDER THIS CLAUSE.]
(iii) Written advance notice of at least 45 days shall be provided to the Contracting Officer of the Contractor's intent to disseminate or publish information identified in subparagraph (2)(i). The contractor shall not disseminate or publish such information without the written consent of the Contracting Officer.
(d) Whenever the Contractor is uncertain with regard to the confidentiality of or a property interest in information under this contract, the Contractor should consult with the Contracting Officer prior to any release, disclosure, dissemination, or publication
HHSAR 352.237-70 PRO-CHILDREN ACT (DEC 2015)
(a) Public Law 103-227, Title X, Part C, also known as the Pro-Children Act of 1994 (Act), 20 U.S.C. 7183, imposes restrictions on smoking in facilities where certain federally funded children's services are provided. The Act prohibits smoking within any indoor facility (or portion thereof), whether owned, leased, or contracted for, that is used for the routine or regular provision of: (i) kindergarten, elementary, or secondary education or library services or (ii) health or day care services that are provided to children under the age of 18. The statutory prohibition also applies to indoor facilities that are constructed, operated, or maintained with Federal funds.
(b) By acceptance of this contract or order, the Contractor agrees to comply with the requirements of the Act.
The Act also applies to all subcontracts awarded under this contract for the specified children's services.
Accordingly, the Contractor shall ensure that each of its employees, and any subcontractor staff, is made aware of, understands, and complies with the provisions of the Act. Failure to comply with the Act may result in the imposition of a civil monetary penalty in an amount not to exceed $1,000 for each violation and/or the imposition of an administrative compliance order on the responsible entity. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate violation.
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HHSAR 352.237-71 CRIME CONTROL ACT-REPORTING OF CHILD ABUSE (DEC 2015)
(a) Public Law 101-647, also known as the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Act), imposes responsibilities on certain individuals who, while engaged in a professional capacity or activity, as defined in the Act, on Federal land or in a federally-operated (or contracted) facility, learn of facts that give the individual reason to suspect that a child has suffered an incident of child abuse.
(b) The Act designates "covered professionals" as those persons engaged in professions and activities in- eight different categories including, but not limited to, teachers, social workers , physicians, dentists, medical residents or interns, hospital personnel and administrators, nurses, health care practitioners, chiropractors, osteopaths, pharmacists , optometrists, podiatrists, emergency medical technicians , ambulance drivers, alcohol or drug treatment personnel, psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health professionals, child care workers and administrators, and commercial film and photo processors. The Act defines the term "child abuse' as the physical or mental injury, sexual abuse or exploitation, or negligent treatment of a child.
(c) Accordingly, any person engaged in a covered profession or activity under an HHS contract or subcontract, regardless of the purpose of the contract or subcontract, shall immediately report a suspected child abuse incident in accordance with the provisions of the Act. If a child is suspected of being harmed, the appropriate State Child Abuse Hotline, local child protective services (CPS), or law enforcement agency shall be contacted. For more information about where and how to file a report, the Childhelp USA, National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-4-A-CHILD) shall be called. Any covered professional failing to make a timely report of such incident shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.
(d) By acceptance of this contract or order, the Contractor agrees to comply with the requirements of the Act. The Act also applies to all applicable subcontracts awarded under this contract. Accordingly, the Contractor shall ensure that each of its employees, and any subcontractor staff, is made aware of, understands, and complies with the provisions of the Act.
HHSAR 352.237-72 CRIME CONTROL ACT-REQUIREMENT FOR BACKGROUND CHECKS (DEC 2015)
(a) Public Law 101-647, also known as the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Act), requires that all individuals involved with the provision of childcare services to children under the age of 18 undergo a criminal background check. "Child care services" include, but are not limited to, social services, health and mental health care, child (day) care, education (whether or not directly involved in teaching), and rehabilitative programs. Any conviction for a sex crime, an offense involving a child victim, or a drug felony, may be grounds for denying employment or for dismissal of an employee providing any of the services listed above.
(b) The Contracting Officer will provide the necessary information to the Contractor regarding the process for obtaining the background check. The Contractor may hire a staff person provisionally prior to the completion of a background check, if at all times prior to the receipt of the background check during which children are in the care of the newly-hired person, the person is within the sight and under the supervision of a previously investigated staff person.
(c) By acceptance of this contract or order, the Contractor agrees to comply with the requirements of the Act. The Act also applies to all applicable subcontracts awarded under this contract. Accordingly, the Contractor shall ensure that each of its employees, and any subcontractor staff, is made aware of, understands, and complies with the provisions of the Act.
HHSAR 352.237-73 INDIAN CHILD PROTECTION AND FAMILY VIOLENCE ACT (DEC 2015)
(a) This contract is subject to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Act, Public Law 101-630 (25 U.S.C. 3201 et seq.) The duties and responsibilities required by this contract may involve regular contact with or control over Indian children. Public Law 101-630 prohibits employment, including Personal Service Contracts, with anyone who has been convicted of any crime of violence. Any such conviction should immediately be brought to the attention of the Contracting Officer. The contractor will be subject to a character investigation, conducted by the Indian Health Service, Office of Human Resources. Until such time as the contractor has been notified of completion of the investigation, the contractor shall have no unsupervised contact with Indian children. In order to initiate this background investigation, the contractor must provide information as required in this contract or as directed by the Contracting Officer.
(b) As a prerequisite to providing services under this contract, the Contractor is required to complete and sign the declaration found in Section J of this contract.
HHSAR 352.237-74 - NON-DISCRIMINATION IN SERVICE DELIVERY (DEC 2015)
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It is the policy of the Department of Health and Human Services that no person otherwise eligible will be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in the administration of HHS programs and services based on non-merit factors such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability (physical or mental). By acceptance of this contract, the contractor agrees to comply with this policy in supporting the program and in performing the services called for under this contract. The contractor shall include this clause in all sub-contracts awarded under this contract for supporting or performing the specified program and services.
Accordingly, the contractor shall ensure that each of its employees, and any sub-contractor staff, is made aware of, understands, and complies with this policy.
HHSAR 352.237-75 - KEY PERSONNEL (DEC 2015)
The key personnel specified in this contract are considered to be essential to work performance. At least 30 days prior to the contractor voluntarily diverting any of the specified individuals to other programs or contracts the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer and shall submit a justification for the diversion or replacement and a request to replace the individual. The request must identify the proposed replacement and provide an explanation of how the replacement's skills, experience, and credentials meet or exceed the requirements of the contract (including, when applicable, Human Subjects Testing requirements). If the employee of the contractor is terminated for cause or separates from the contractor voluntarily with less than thirty days’ notice, the Contractor shall provide the maximum notice practicable under the circumstances. The Contractor shall not divert, replace, or announce any such change to key personnel without the written consent of the Contracting Officer. The contract will be modified to add or delete key personnel as necessary to reflect the agreement of the parties.
HHSAR 352.232-71 - ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF INVOICE PAYMENT REQUESTS (FEB 2022)
(a) Definitions. As used in this clause— Payment request means a bill, voucher, invoice, or request for contract financing payment with associated supporting documentation. The payment request must comply with the requirements identified in FAR 32.905(b), “Content of Invoices” and the applicable Payment clause included in this contract.
(b) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this clause, the Contractor shall submit payment requests electronically using the Department of Treasury Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) or successor system. Information regarding IPP, including IPP Customer Support contact information, is available at www.ipp.gov or any successor site.
(c) The Contractor may submit payment requests using other than IPP only when the Contracting Officer authorizes alternate procedures in writing…
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