Non-personal Optometry Services for Dzilth-na-o-dith-hle Health Center

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking a licensed optometrist through a solicitation for non-personal optometry services at the Dzilth-na-o-dith-hle Health Center in Bloomfield, New Mexico. The contract requires a qualified professional with a Doctor of Optometry degree to provide comprehensive outpatient optometry services to IHS-eligible patients, including diagnostic and treatment services, medical record documentation, eye examinations, and prescribing corrective lenses. The contractor must possess current professional certifications and comply with IHS policies and medical staff bylaws. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the document, the solicitation implies that meeting professional qualifications, licensing requirements, and cultural competency will be critical assessment factors. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2025, with proposals due by May 12, 2025, indicating a short response window for potential contractors.

The contract is specifically set aside for an Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE), supporting Native American business participation. The contract includes a base period from June 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025, with an optional extension from December 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026. The performance requirements specify a 50-hour work week (approximately 1,300 hours per contract period) with clinic hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The place of performance is located in Bloomfield, New Mexico (87413), serving the Shiprock Service Unit. While specific award value is not disclosed, the contract requires the contractor to meet rigorous health, background check, and cultural awareness requirements, suggesting a comprehensive and detailed service commitment. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 561320 (Temporary Help Services) and PSC code Q511 (Ophthalmology & Optometry), further defining the nature of the professional services sought.