Blanket Purchase Order for expert witness services provided by, James L. Autin, M.D. PA, from July…

The Florida Department of Health has awarded a blanket purchase order (Contract C79001) valued at $5,000.00 to James L. Autin, M.D. PA for expert witness services. The contract period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Services will be provided in support of the Department's administrative proceedings and legal matters, with performance occurring at locations including the Department's offices, the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), and other venues where depositions, hearings, or consultations are conducted.

The scope of services encompasses comprehensive expert witness support activities 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, and participation in DOAH proceedings and administrative hearings. 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. Services are structured on a unit basis with a quantity of 5,000 units at a unit price of $1.00 per unit.