Contracts Disputes Act Claims Analysis Services Sources Sought Notice

The Indian Health Service, a civilian agency of the Department of Health and Human Services, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for Contracts Disputes Act Claims Analysis Services with responses due May 29, 2026, to assess market capability and determine acquisition strategy and set-aside approach; no set-aside has been designated at this stage.

The Indian Health Service seeks expert consultation services to address Contract Support Costs and CDA claims analysis for ISDEAA contracts. Anticipated contract structure includes a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods, with initial award expected in August 2026. Work includes claims analysis, CSC analysis support, and document preparation related to ISDEAA contracts; contractor personnel shall not provide legal representation on behalf of the Government.

Key personnel requirements include a Senior Partner or equivalent, a Partner or equivalent (requiring CPA certification at Manager level and above), and a Senior Manager or equivalent (requiring minimum three years of ISDEAA contract support cost experience). All contractor personnel must demonstrate expert-level experience with the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, Contract Support Costs, and CDA claims analysis.

The Government is considering NAICS codes 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services), 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), and 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services). Responses are encouraged from Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises, Indian Economic Enterprises, small business concerns, and other than small business concerns. Capability statements must not exceed 10 pages (excluding past performance examples limited to five), submitted via email to cynthia.cason@ihs.gov with the subject line "Contracts Disputes Act Claims Analysis Services - Your Company Name."