Blanket Purchase Order for expert witness services provided by, Michael Hammer - Hammertime…

The Florida Department of Health has awarded a blanket purchase order (BPO) contract to Michael Hammer of Hammertime Anesthesia for expert witness services. The contract, identified as C7649D, is valued at $10,000 and runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Services will be provided in support of pre-Physician Certification Program (PCP) or Office of Competency Evaluation (OCE) administrative proceedings, with performance occurring at locations including the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) facilities, client offices, and venues for depositions, hearings, and trials as required.

The scope of services encompasses comprehensive expert witness support throughout the administrative litigation process, including case review and analysis, preparation of expert opinions and reports, consultation with agency staff and legal counsel, deposition preparation and testimony, trial and hearing preparation, participation in DOAH proceedings, and in-person attendance at administrative hearings and trials. The contract further authorizes reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses including mileage, lodging, and meals in accordance with Florida Statutes sections 92.231 and 112.061. All services shall be delivered consistent with statutory requirements governing expert witness services in Florida administrative proceedings.