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This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Canine Assisted Spiritual Care services for the Saint Cloud VA Healthcare System. The key requirements include:

The selected provider must deliver in-person Canine Assisted Spiritual Care services to veterans. During the base year, a minimum of two 4-hour therapy units per month per resident ward is required. For option years 1-4, a minimum of one 4-hour therapy unit per week per resident ward is required. The provider must work with the Chaplain Service to develop comprehensive care plans, provide regular documentation and reporting, and attend quarterly meetings. Services must be available Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, with potential for Sunday services. The provider must comply with relevant VA directives. Metrics to be reported include number of sessions, patient satisfaction scores, and veteran requests for follow-up. The period of performance is July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, with four 1-year option periods.