Prison Rape Elimination Act Forensic Medical Exams

The Florida Department of Corrections Master Agreement 23007 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) designed to provide specialized Prison Elimination Rape Act (PREA) forensic medical examination services across correctional institutions and facilities statewide. The contract enables on-site forensic medical examinations for victims and potential perpetrators, with services covering comprehensive medical assessments, evidence collection, and documentation in compliance with Title 28 C.F.R. Part 115. These forensic medical services are structured to support multiple regions within Florida's correctional system, with distinct pricing for business hours and after-hours/weekend examinations.

The master agreement is awarded to Panhandle Forensic Nurse Specialist, Inc. and will remain in effect from January 23, 2023, through January 22, 2026, with potential renewal for an additional three-year period. The contract covers all of Florida and is classified as a Master Agreement, with examination rates varying by region: Regions I and II at $1,500 per examination during business hours and after-hours, and Regions III and IV at $1,600 per examination. The IDV includes provisions for multiple examinations during a single visit, with reduced rates for subsequent examinations, and requires strict adherence to state and federal forensic examination protocols.