Duane A Herring, MD agrees to provide specialized consulting services to the Correctional Medical… and 4 more items

The Florida Department of Health has awarded a contract to Dr. Duane A. Herring, MD, valued at $2,447.58, for specialized consulting services to the Correctional Medical Authority (CMA). The contract, effective August 4, 2026, through December 31, 2026, requires the contractor to participate as a team member in the survey and evaluation of health care services at Holmes Correctional Institution located in Bonifay, Florida. The on-site survey is scheduled for August 5-6, 2026, and will focus on physical health inspection activities. The contractor will work collaboratively with a CMA survey team that includes nursing, social work, and clinical licensed clinical social work professionals.

The contract encompasses two primary service categories: specialized consulting services ($1,800.00, representing two units at $900 per unit) and reimbursement of travel-related expenses ($647.58). Travel reimbursement components include per diem allowances ($80), meal expenses ($66), rental vehicle and fuel costs ($161), and lodging expenses ($340), all to be reimbursed in accordance with Florida Statute Section 112.061. The contractor's participation is contingent upon availability within the CMA's established schedule, with all invoicing and reimbursement documentation requiring certification from the designated CMA survey team leader confirming the contractor's participation and compliance with minimum performance standards.