EVT0010790_-_Questions_and_Answers_-_FINAL.xlsx

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The statement, “Products are catalog based and will be no more than the current established Medicaid rate +10%,” is intended to establish a general pricing framework for products or equipment that have identifiable pricing structures or Medicaid-established reimbursement rates.

The State recognizes that certain categories of specialized or customized equipment; including, but not limited to, customized power and manual wheelchairs, ramps, lifts, and AAC devices; may not have traditional catalogs due to the individualized nature of the products and configurations. In these cases, vendors may submit alternative documentation such as manufacturer pricing structures, representative product listings, sample order forms, pricing methodologies, or similar materials that adequately describe the products and pricing approach utilized by the vendor.

2 28 5. Cost Sheet There are a vast number of products and components that fall into customized power and manual wheelchairs, ramps, lifts and AAC devices. A catalog for these type of devices is not available, most products have orders forms but there are hundreds, if not thousands of order forms. what are the options for meeting the require to submit a catalog considering there isn't one available? The intent of this RFP is to establish a pool of qualified vendors who may provide medically necessary equipment, supplies, and related services for children and youth with special health care needs on an as-needed basis.

The statement, “Products are catalog based and will be no more than the current established Medicaid rate +10%,” is intended to establish a general pricing framework for products or equipment that have identifiable pricing structures or Medicaid-established reimbursement rates.

The State recognizes that certain categories of specialized or customized equipment; including, but not limited to, customized power and manual wheelchairs, ramps, lifts, and AAC devices; may not have traditional catalogs due to the individualized nature of the products and configurations. In these cases, vendors may submit alternative documentation such as manufacturer pricing structures, representative product listings, sample order forms, pricing methodologies, or similar materials that adequately describe the products and pricing approach utilized by the vendor.

3 16 2.9 Unit Pricing and 2.10 Euqipment Both these sections imply the state is looking for proposals for equipment to include specific details including manufacturer, model # and description. Is there an equipment list we are bidding on? Is it acceptable to propose a price based on manufacturer and not provide model # and descriptions? This is due to wide range of products based on each individuals needs. The State is not soliciting bids for a predefined list of specific equipment items under this RFP. Rather, the purpose of this procurement is to identify qualified vendors capable of providing medically necessary equipment, supplies, and related services based on the individualized needs of eligible children and youth.

Due to the broad range of specialized and customized products that may be required, vendors are not required to provide specific model numbers and detailed descriptions for every possible item that could be provided under this RFP. It is acceptable for vendors to propose pricing and product information at the manufacturer or product-category level when specific models cannot reasonably be identified in advance.

Vendors should provide sufficient information to demonstrate the types of products and services available, along with the methodology used to determine pricing for customized or specialized equipment.