Emergency response contract for Emergency Medical Personnel.

The Florida State Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for emergency medical personnel services, designed to provide comprehensive temporary medical staffing during public health emergencies and critical events. The contract covers a wide range of medical professionals, including laboratory, nursing, pharmacy, physicians, psychiatric, radiology, respiratory therapy, and skilled nursing staff. These personnel can be mobilized within 12-96 hours of notification, offering flexible and rapid response capabilities to address urgent medical workforce needs across various healthcare disciplines.

The master agreement is awarded to GardaWorld Federal Services, with an initial contract period from May 27, 2022, to May 27, 2025, and potential for up to three one-year renewals. The contract, issued under solicitation RFP-DEM-21-22-013, covers the state of Florida and has a total initial rate schedule of $86,891.25. As a master agreement, it provides hourly, holiday, and overtime rates for different medical personnel positions, with the flexibility to scale personnel based on emergency requirements. The contract is structured to ensure 24/7 availability, compliance with state and federal regulations, and monthly web-based invoice processing through the Division of Emergency Management.