Blanket Purchase Order for expert witness services provided by, Samuel D Young MD, from July 1, 2026…

The Florida Department of Health has awarded a blanket purchase order contract to Samuel D Young MD for expert witness services, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a total contract value of $10,000. The services encompass comprehensive expert review and analysis activities supporting administrative proceedings, including initial and ongoing review of case materials and documentation; case file analysis and research; preparation and drafting of expert opinions and reports; telephone and video consultations with agency staff and legal counsel; deposition preparation and participation with sworn testimony; and trial and hearing preparation and attendance.

The scope of work includes participation in Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) proceedings, administrative hearings, and trials, as well as travel reasonably necessary to support in-person depositions, consultations, and testimony. All services shall be provided in accordance with Florida Statute Section 92.231 regarding expert witness services. Travel expenses, including mileage, lodging, and meals, are reimbursable in accordance with Florida Statute Section 112.061. The contract structure designates the service delivery in units of measure with a unit price of $1.00 per unit across 10,000 authorized units, establishing a flexible funding mechanism for services rendered during the one-year contract period.