Emergency Medical Services in Panama
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
W40M MRC0 WEST
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
PANHCA-26-P-0000_031325
NAICS
621910 - Ambulance Services
Classification Code
Q529
Additional Details
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The Department of the Army, through the Medical Readiness Contracting Office-West (MRCO-W) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, is conducting market research to identify qualified sources capable of providing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in designated areas of Panama. This sources sought notice, issued under procurement identifier PANHCA-26-P-0000_031325, is intended solely for information gathering and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee of future contract awards.
The primary objective of this procurement is to secure comprehensive EMS support, encompassing both Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) capabilities, to ensure the safety and medical readiness of U.S. personnel operating in Panama. The services are to be delivered in key locations, including the Panama Canal Zone (with particular emphasis on Colon), the Cristobal Colon Aeronaval Base, the highway corridor between Panama City and Colon, Panama City itself, and Panama Pacifico. The specific areas of performance may be adjusted as required by the U.S. Government.
The requirement is structured into two main components:
1. **Jungle Operation Training Course - Panama (JOTC-P):** This element requires a dedicated ambulance stationed at the JOTC-P site (Cristobal Colon Aeronaval Base) on a 24/7 basis for 21 consecutive days, supporting ten training courses annually. The ambulance must be prepared to transport patients to Panamanian hospitals—either Hospital Cuatro Altos in Colon or Hospital Nacional/Panama Clinic in Panama City—based on the nature and severity of injuries. Notably, Panama Clinic is designated for all severe trauma cases.
2. **Joint Security Cooperation Group - Panama (JSCG-P):** This component involves providing on-call ambulance services throughout the Panama Canal Zone, from Colon to Panama City, to facilitate the transport of injured or ill personnel to the aforementioned hospitals, with the same triage protocol for severe trauma.
This is a new requirement, and the government is seeking input from both small and large businesses, with particular interest in small business concerns, including those participating in the 8(a) Program, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Program, HUBZone Program, and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program, in accordance with FAR 19.203. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 621910 (Ambulance Services), with a size standard of $22.5 million. The Product Service Code (PSC) is Q529.
Interested contractors are requested to provide information regarding their business size relative to the NAICS code, suggest alternative NAICS codes if appropriate, and submit a technical capabilities statement. Responses should also include company name, UEI, CAGE code, and contact information. All responses must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 10:00 CST on 14 May 2026.
The place of performance for this contract is Panama, and the contracting office address is 2404 Stanley Road, JBSA Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 78234. The primary point of contact for this notice is Kevin Vijayan ([email protected]), with Albert Lee ([email protected]) as the secondary contact.
There are no set-aside restrictions currently associated with this notice. Contractors should note that participation in this sources sought process does not guarantee inclusion in any future solicitation or contract award, and no reimbursement will be provided for any costs incurred in responding to this notice.
For further details, including the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), interested parties are encouraged to review the attachments provided in the official notice at https://sam.gov/opp/2abae99777b5478dbacd829cc5c25855/view.
This opportunity is best suited for organizations with proven experience in providing reliable, high-quality EMS in challenging and dynamic environments, particularly those with the capacity to operate in Panama and coordinate with local healthcare facilities.