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This Sources Sought Notice is for a Department of Defense (DoD) requirement for Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services. The solicitation seeks qualified businesses to provide a comprehensive network of medical providers to deliver occupational health services within the continental United States, U.S. territories, and Canada, with an estimated contract value between $90-120 million over a five-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) period.

The primary services include managing a private provider network to perform medical examinations, health screenings, preventive healthcare, immunizations, specialty medical evaluations, pre/post-deployment physicals, independent medical reviews, and medical records management. The contractor will be responsible for coordinating services at private provider facilities, mobile testing sites, and ensuring compliance with occupational health standards, regulatory requirements, and medical confidentiality policies. The incumbent contractor is Acuity-CHS, LLC, and responses are due by May 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with the NAICS code 62111 (Offices of Physicians) and a $11M size standard.

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THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DoD)

WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)

ACQUISITION DIRECTORATE (AD)

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

The Department of Defense (DOD)

Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Service (DCPAS)

Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services

AMI #MC050520251338

General Information

Document Type: Sources Sought Notice

Title: Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services

Sources Sought Post Date: May 7, 2025

Sources Sought Response Date: May 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

NAICS Code: 62111 – Offices of Physicians

Product Service Code: Q201- Medical – Health Care

Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Acquisition Directorate (AD) is conducting market research to locate qualified, experienced and interested potential small or large businesses capable of providing Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services for the

Department of Defense (DOD) and the services outlined in the “Task Elements” document

(attachment A).

Sources Sought Notice

This source sought announcement is for informational purposes only. This notice should not be construed as an obligation on the part of Washington Headquarters Services/Acquisition

Directorate (WHS/AD). This is not a request for proposal (RFP), nor does it restrict the

Government as to the final acquisition strategy. No contract will be awarded from this announcement. At this time, no solicitation exists. Therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. Responses in any form are not offers. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in the preparation of a response to this Notice. The results of this sources sought notice will assist the Contracting Officer in determining the best strategy for this procurement. Responses to this synopsis may also be used to aide in establishing realistic and achievable small business participation goals.

In order to proactively plan for future requirements, WHS/AD is conducting market research to locate qualified, experienced, and interested parties who have the capability to provide

Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services under the North American

Industry Classification System (NAICS). The NAICS code assigned to this procurement is

62111 – Offices of Physicians; Size Standard: $11M.

This is a recompete requirement. The estimated minimum dollar amount is $90,000,000.00, and the estimated maximum dollar amount is $120,000,000.00.

Background

The Department of Defense is a world class employer seeking to hire and retain exceptional quality employees by offering a variety of programs and services. The overall intent is to ensure that the Department can meet mission goals and objectives by ensuring the safety and welfare its employees. The Defense of Defense (DoD) requires a network of qualified medical providers to deliver occupational health services within the continental United States (CONUS) as well as outside the United States (OCONUS), to include the Virgin Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and Alaska. Providers will perform services at a variety of Private Provider facilities and may also conduct outreach services at mobile testing sites. Providers will perform medical examinations to ensure employees meet job specific medical standards. These exams may be required to meet requirements for compliance with the standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or other regulatory bodies in addition to medical standards developed according to 5 CFR 339, or MEDMATRIX NMCPHC-TM OM 6260. The examinations may be performed prior to employment for applicants, for periodic medical surveillance of incumbents, before return to work after an injury, or to determine an incumbent’s ongoing fitness for duty when a change in health status has caused concern about the worker’s or others’ safety. The DoD also requires consultation and medical case reviews for occupational medical matters that directly affect the health and safety of the Department’s workforce. Reviews ensure that both applicants and employees can safely perform work that is arduous, involves a high degree of sensitivity toward the public or sensitive national security concerns, or puts employees at risk of hazardous exposures while performing essential job duties. Assignments will require an expert level of technical knowledge regarding occupational health and safety issues. Provider will also furnish administrative and clerical support, as well as medical records review, conversion of records, and data entry.

Objective/Scope

The objective of this requirement is to:

• Provides, manages and schedules a network of qualified private medical network of physicians assigned to provide occupation health services, when requested.

• Provides private provider services within driving distance of 25 miles for all major cities from the requested service location and 50 miles for rural locations.

• Provision of treatments prescribed by a personal physician such as periodic bed rest, blood pressure monitoring, glucose monitoring and allergy immunotherapy.

• Private provider Walk-in care and first aid.

• Health screenings (e.g. cancer, diabetes, blood pressure, Post Deployment health assessments, vision, and COVID-19).

• Preventive health, medical surveillance.

• Administration of immunizations (e.g. Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Anthrax, Smallpox, etc.)

• Provide medical screenings, exams, testing and clearance related to medical surveillance, deployments and/or specific job requirements (e.g. audiometry, spirometry, EKG, vision testing, laser eye mapping, Beryllium Blood Testing).

• Maintains medical records confidentiality and ensures that records are properly managed and stored in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552A, the Privacy Action of

1974, and other applicable Government policies. The contractor may also be required to convert historical records.

• Ensures Board Certified physicians for a variety of specialty areas. These specialties include but are not limited to the following:

Occupational medicine, Allergist, Audiologist, Cardiologist, Dermatologist, Endocrinologist, Functional Capacity Examinations, Gastroenterologist, Hematologist, Infectious Disease, Nephrologists, Neurologist, Neurosurgery

Oncologist, Ophthalmologist, Otolaryngology (E.N.T), Physical Medicine &

Rehabilitation, Psychiatrist, Psychologist/Psychological examinations, Pulmonologist, Rheumatologist, Urologist.

• Reviews medical records using agency specific work orders to ensure completeness (ensures required signatures and documents are legible) before sending.

• Provides expert advice and consultation to the Government and Federal

Government Agencies on Occupational Medicine matters such as partial physical exams, Psychological pre-placement exams, Psychological Security

Clearance Services, Psychological Assessments and Testing, Psychological

Fit for-Duty, Psychological Pre-Placement, Psychological Security

Clearance, Neuropsychological Testing, Pre/Post-Deployment Health

Assessment Support, COVID-19 testing (molecular (swab) and serology

(IgG)), COVID vaccines, audiometric testing, cardiovascular stress tests, cholesterol checks, chest x‐rays, colorectal cancer screening, electrocardiograms, mammography, pulmonary function testing, vision screenings, respiratory fit testing, vaccine administration (Influenza), and independent medical evaluations.

• Ensures all professional licenses, certifications, and are registrations are valid and appropriate.

• Review charts of applicant and/or incumbent employees, making medical determinations as to their medical qualifications relative to job standards.

• All Providers are proficient in Microsoft Applications and basic computer use.

• Provides comprehensive reports to employers and employees attending agency meetings.

• Provides expert witness testimony in support of medical recommendations regarding reasonable accommodations, when requested by the Government.

• Performs general office work such as mail distribution, photocopying, faxing, records management, file conversion, telecommunications management, facility usage and space issues, supply distribution, preparation analysis, assisting in procuring equipment, materials and services.

• Utilizes the medical records database to track missing medical information and contacts appropriate provider to obtain missing documents.

• Reviews, records and archive data using automate data entry system filing the

Medical Records Archiving Policies and Procedures. The archiving of records may require conversion from a paper document to an electronic system.

• Records, creates transfers, convert files and prepares medical records and x-rays for processing of shipping.

• Processes requests for medical records and x-rays from OHC, agencies or employees.

Furthermore, the contractor is to provide private provider occupational health services within the continental United States (CONUS), as well as outside of the United States, to include the Virgin

Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and Alaska (OCONUS), and international services in

Canada. Additional international sites may also be required, if the need for such services may arise. The contractor will also maintain Occupational Health support to meet the occupational medical cases review and management needs of the DoD. To meet the DoD’s requirements the contractor will:

1. Provides expert Occupational Medicine consultation services

2. Medical Records Management duties

3. General Administrative duties

4. Data Entry

Anticipated Period of Performance

The estimated period of performance is for a five (5) years ordering period under an Indefinite

Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

Incumbent

Acuity-CHS, LLC. under contract # HQ0034-21-F-0131.

Task Elements

Interested parties submitting capability responses to this Notice should address their performance experience and capability related to the service requirement Tasks Elements (listed in attachment

A). Interested parties should NOT submit marketing materials; but rather, speak directly and specifically to the required capabilities and services, in the tasks elements of Attachment A.

Submission Requirements

Interested small or large business should submit their response to include a capabilities statement covering experience, staffing and technical capabilities. The capabilities statement should address the Task Elements identified in Attachment A. For each of the Task Elements demonstrate how the firm’s recent past performance (within 3-5 years) is relevant to the Task

Elements listed including the dollar value, period of performance, size and scope of the firm’s prior contracts.

Capability statements should not exceed 15 pages in “Times New Roman” 12-inch font on 8.5 x

11 paper. Respondents must submit documents in Word or PDF format. Zipped files and/or telephone requests will NOT be accepted/honored.

Vendors must demonstrate their ability to comply with the requirements in this Sources Sought

Notice in order to be considered capable of satisfying the Government’s requirement.

Confidentiality

Do not include proprietary, trade secrets, classified, confidential, or sensitive information in your response to this Sources Sought Notice. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is submitted, as it is clearly stated this type of information shall NOT be submitted.

The Government reserves the right to use any information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate, including using technical information provided by respondents in any resultant solicitation. Responses to this Notice will not be returned.

Submission of Responses

Interested small or large business having the capability to provide Occupational Health Services and Medical Case Review Services, shall submit responses no later than, May 23, 2025 at 3:00

PM (Eastern Standard Time). Capability statements/responses shall be submitted to the following contacts only: kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil and servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil, with the Subject Line: Response to Sources Sought – Occupational Health Services and

Medical Case Review Services | <Business Name> | <Business Size (i.e. small or other than small)

No hard copy submissions will be accepted. Submissions to any contact other than the one listed above will NOT be considered. Submissions after this date will NOT be considered. Cover letters and extraneous materials (marketing, brochures, etc.) will NOT be considered.

No questions or phone calls will be accepted concerning this Sources Sought Notice. All firms responding to this Sources Sought Notice are advised that the Government will not provide or mailto:kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil mailto:servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil acknowledge receipt of the information received, provide feedback to firms with respect to any information submitted, or provide any follow-up information well after the deadline of this sources sought notice.

Capability Statements

To facilitate a timely and comprehensive review of all submitted responses, firms should respond using the format requested in this Notice. Any deviation from this format may lead to the rejection of the response.

Please provide the following information for your firm and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

***PLEASE ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS WITHIN YOUR CAPABILITY STATEMENT***

General Information:

1. Company name, address, point of contact name, telephone, email address and website address.

2. Unique Entity Identifier (UIE), Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number and

Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code.

3. Business size and classification (e.g., large, small, small-disadvantaged, SBA Certified 8(a), HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned) based on NAICS: 62111 – Offices of

Physicians.

4. If applicable, potential proposed teaming arrangements to include business size and classification of prime and subcontractors.

5. Provide any Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Numbers (FSS must include NAICS code 62111

– Offices of Physicians.

6. Identify contracts your company has been awarded under NAICS: 62111 – Offices of

Physicians. Additional information on NAICS codes can be found at www.sba.gov

Technical Capability:

1. Provide a brief synopsis to support the firm’s ability to perform all of the Task Elements identified in Attachment A. Identify each task element and provide information to support the firm’s experience, staffing and overall ability to perform the technical area.

2. Evidence of experience and past performance should include contracts/task orders from the past three to five (3-5) years similar in scope to this requirement.

3. Examples must include contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, periods of performance, and Government points of contact (telephone numbers or email addresses)

Documented information to support the firm’s ability to provide the required services.

4. Provide any data on previous contracts/task orders on personnel retention.

http://www.sba.gov/

Critical Task Elements That Should be Addressed:

1. Describe your firm’s experience performing and managing the following critical tasks:

Critical Task Element Description

Task 1: Program

Management Support

Services

5.1.1. A dedicated Program Manager (PM) to work with

the DoD/WHS Office of Civilian Human Resources to support all aspect of this PWS including: demographics of the workforce, employee work schedules, and geographic distribution of employees, employee insurance coverages, specific job performance issues, current disciplinary policies and procedures, and types of personal problems already known to be of concern to employees.

5.1.2. The PM shall develop and recommend guidelines

and procedures concerning the identification and referral of employees who need help with personal health problems.

5.1.3. The Contractor shall review the overall functioning

of the program on a monthly basis and coordinate needed adjustments with the COR. The contractor shall review all monthly invoices for accuracy and submit by COB of the first working day following day of receipt, through the

Wide Area Workflow e-business suite. The invoices must distinguish which specific DoD Component received or utilized the services. Invoices shall also indicate service type by CLIN, any associated sub-CLIN/Agency and direct cost per service.

5.1.4. The Contractor shall provide a continuous quality

improvement program that measures the following:

Quarterly reports will be emailed to agency at the end of following month after quarter ends

• Number of Employees Served

• Method of Referral (self-informal supervisory, formal supervisory) o Incidence of Presenting

Problems

• Demographic Profile of Employees Utilizing the

Occupational Health and Medical Case review services Case resolution

• Satisfaction Surveys result (confidentiality not compromised)

• Quarterly reports will be emailed to agency at the end of the following month after quarter ends

5.1.5. The contractor shall make recommendations to the

COR and Program Manager to ensure optimum counseling staffing levels and placement based on agency geographic dispersion, program utilization, affiliate counselor accessibility and other relevant factors to maintain program quality and access. The contractor shall track staff counselor capacity and affiliate counselor assignment utilization. The contractor shall conduct an analysis of staff placement for all service areas and coordinate status with agency.

5.1.6. The contractor shall administer and manage the

private provider network. This requirement includes the location and procurement of services from a network of private providers in designated locations who meet occupational health services requirements.

5.1.7. The contractor shall receive work orders, review

them, and schedule services as identified in work orders at clinics able to provide the requested occupational health services.

5.1.8. The contractor shall prepare and ship laboratory

kits and examination packets to private providers. The kits will include instructions on laboratory testing and examination and testing requirements, including the requirements of specified form completion.

5.1.9. The contractor shall prepare and ship vaccines, if

indicated. Shipment of vaccine should meet or exceed

CDC requirements for vaccine shipment.

5.1.10. The contractor shall monitor and manage the

private clinic performance. If the clinic is not able to complete the requirements of the work order request adequately, the contractor may be requested by the

Government to complete a corrective action plan and present it to the COR.

5.1.11. The contractor shall maintain and ship medical

records to specified locations as identified in the work order or recipient plan.

Task 2: Occupational

Health Services

5.2.1. The contractor shall provide private provider

occupational health services within the continental United

States (CONUS), as well as outside of the United States, to include the Virgin Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and

Alaska (OCONUS), and international services in Canada.

5.2.2. The contractor shall receive and process the

completed clinical documentation from the private providers and shall review all materials for completeness, adequacy of testing and accuracy according to components and instructions of the work order and/or as specified in

Government policies.

5.2.3. The contractor shall store all active medical records

for the PPN, including those records created by incumbent contractor. All testing and services should meet United

States occupational health industry standards.

5.2.4. The contractor shall assist the Government in

assessing the quality, timeliness and accuracy of services through standard as well as innovative continuous quality improvement techniques.

5.2.5. The contractor shall provide available private

provider services within a driving distance of 25 miles from the requested services location within the city, and up to 50 miles diving distance for rural locations. In some instances, requests may be made for the provision of private provider services within a driving distance of less than 25 miles from the requested service location. This requirement may be waived in some rural areas, with the approval of the COR.

5.2.6. When implementing new accounts, the

Government will notify the contractor of expected examination locations, types, and quantities, so that the contractor can verify whether or not the existing provider network will satisfy the new account. If areas are identified that are not covered by the provider network, the contractor shall identify and contact providers, so that services are available as soon as possible to ensure that the contract timeline can be met.

5.2.7. Private provider service appointments shall be

scheduled at one location and shall require one visit for each service request, unless otherwise stated in the work order or recipient plan. Advance approval from the COR must be obtained if the services will be performed at more than one location, or if a second service visit at the same private provider clinic is required. In some instances, arrangements will be made by the contractor for specialized service modalities and medical waste disposal.

These may include mobile testing sites in remote areas or where a fixed private provider site is unavailable. The contractor shall notify the COR regarding the need for such services prior to entering into a subcontracting arrangement with the provider. All outreach services and mobile testing sites will require the completion by the contractor of a Government Outreach Form. This form must be submitted to the COR for approval before mobile testing sites or other outreach services can be completed.

5.2.8. Occupational health services that may be requested

of the contractor include, but are not limited to, comprehensive or partial physical exams, pre-placement exams, Psychological Assessments and Testing, Psychological Fit-for-Duty, Psychological Pre-Placement, Psychological Security Clearance, Neuropsychological

Testing, Pre/Post-Deployment Health Assessment Support, COVID-19 testing (molecular (swab) and serology (IgG)), audiometric testing, cardiovascular stress tests, chest x‐rays, colorectal cancer screening, electrocardiograms, mammography, pulmonary function testing, vision screenings, laser eye mapping, respiratory fit testing, vaccine administration, and independent medical evaluations. This also includes medical screenings for pre-employment, deployment, post-deployment Deployers and

Overseas permanent change of station exams.

5.2.9. Outreach services may include blood pressure

checks, immunizations, Influenza vaccines, cholesterol checks, and phlebotomy services. Physical examinations and other types of occupational health services may also be required via outreach. All physical examinations will be completed by a licensed health care provider whose knowledge, skills, and abilities are commensurate with the scope of practice per the state or territory requirements in which the service is performed. Specialty services may be required, that may include, but are not limited to, phlebotomy services, chest x‐ray B‐reads, electrocardiogram over‐reads, or other specialty services.

5.2.10. Specific parameters for individual tests and

procedures will be delineated on the work order. Certain tests must always meet or exceed specified parameters

(unless the contractor receives electronic notification from the COR). These tests include, but are not limited to, Pulmonary Function testing (NIOSH standard), Audiometric testing (CAOHC standard), Vision screening, mapping and EKGs. Certain agencies will require specialized testing services; examples include functional hearing testing, bone density screening, and cardiology diagnostic testing. All tests will need to be performed utilizing accurate, properly calibrated and maintained testing equipment and properly trained and credentialed personnel familiar with the required occupational health standards for testing and services. The tests and exams must be reviewed for the quality and accuracy of examination and testing, and will include accurate, legible, and complete documentation.

5.2.11. The contractor is responsible for ensuring that

necessary training and instructions are given to all PPN staff providing testing and services. Tests may be requested individually or included as part of customized physical exam requests. The request for private provider services shall be initiated by the authorized Government program staff member and then sent to the COR for approval. The individual requests for services shall then be submitted to the contractor’s authorized staff member electronically, via a work order or electronically. Only those services specifically outlined on the work order or requested electronically by a Government representative will be reimbursed.

Task 3: Independent

Medical Examinations

(IME)

5.3.1 The primary focus of psychological reviews are

fitness‐for‐duty, but other requests may be received with specific concerns that need to be addressed. Psychologists may also provide; Mental and psychological evaluation to determine if an employee has a mental defect that would preclude them from continued access to classified sensitive information, Pre-placement services, Neuro Psychological testing, and Post deployment health assessment services.

According to 5 CFR 339, a federal agency may require an employee who has applied for or is receiving continuation of pay or compensation as a result of an on the‐job injury/disease to report for a fitness for duty (FFD) exam to determine medical limitations that may affect placement decisions. As a result of a FFD exam, a more detailed assessment by a physician specialist. Certain DoD agencies, such as the Office of Inspector General, require that a provider who administers the under cover psychological examinations for law enforcement officers cannot be one of the providers that administers the normal psychological fit-for-duty exams. Also, the exams cannot be in person; it must be a teleconference.

5.3.2 All available medical records will be forwarded and

required to be reviewed including current records, previous treatment records, job description and previously completed diagnostic testing along with a list of questions to be answered by the provider in his/her report. Supplied medical records should be considered in the medical determination. The Government will provide copies of any medical records to the contractor. The contractor shall send the medical records to the provider.

5.3.3 The contractor shall purge those medical records

after submission of the IME report.

5.3.4 The contracted private provider physician shall

provide a well summarized report to the Government, answering the questions that were communicated to their office.

5.3.5 The Psychological Security Clearance Evaluation is

performed by a psychologist and includes a clinical interview, mental status exam and behavioral observations, review of relevant records – including the SF86

Questionnaire for National Security Positions which has been completed by the employee – and objective psychological testing. The following tests are included:

MMPI-2 RF, Personality Inventory, and Biographical

Questionnaire.

Task 4: Independent

Medical Reviews

5.4.1 Specialty Examinations with the certain specialists

may be required. These may include but are not limited to:

Cardiologists (Cardiology Exams), which in some cases could also be completed by an Internist with a sub‐specialty in cardiology; Otolaryngologists; and

Pulmonologists (Pulmonary Exams).

Task 5: Mobile Outreach

Support

5.5.1 Mobile Outreach services may include blood

pressure checks, immunizations, and phlebotomy services.

Physical examinations and other types of occupational health services may also be required via outreach. All physical examinations will be completed by a licensed health care provider whose knowledge, skills, and abilities are commensurate with the scope of practice per the state or territory requirements in which the service is performed.

Specialty services may be required, that may include, but are not limited to, phlebotomy services, chest x‐ray

B‐reads, electrocardiogram over‐reads, or other specialty services.

Task 6: Medical Case

Reviews

5.6.1 Provide administrative and clerical support

employees. Maintains office files for assigned work, and ensures information is readily available for retrieval. Types a variety of memorandums, letters, reports, and other documents, as requested, utilizing Microsoft applications, basic computer and website use. Contractor shall coordinate and implement a broad range of duties vital to the operations of THE GOVERNMENT. These services include but are not limited to secretarial and receptions, clerical, office equipment management and operations, administration, conference and meeting planning, travel support, information and data processing including generating reports, mail distribution, photocopying, faxing, records management, telecommunications management, facility usage and space issues, supply distribution, preparation, analysis, review and implementation of activities related to the procurement of equipment, materials, supplies, products and services (following procurement regulations). Oversight of day-to-day operations of smoking cessation program which includes organization of phone interviewers, ordering and mailing of supplies, resource contact for OHC's, performing phone interviews, keeping handouts and related documents up to date, tracking quit rate statistics, renewing agreements from year to year. Assists OHC with obtaining materials for education programs.

5.6.2 The contractor shall treat all records containing

employee medical information as confidential and maintain them in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552a, the

Privacy Act of 1974, and other applicable Government policies.

5.6.3 The disposition of medical records for each agency

shall be based on agency directives detailed in each work order or recipient plan. The contractor shall receive results and/or documentation of all requested services. Upon receipt of each completed exam or service, the contractor shall perform a quality assurance function to assure that the examination components are in agreement with the work specified on the work order or recipient plan, and that the examination results are accurate and thorough. A copy or original of the exam, test, or procedure shall be sent to the medical records routing address, as specified on each work order or recipient plan. The Government will reimburse the costs of medical records shipment.

5.6.4 Requests for retrieval of a completed medical record

housed at the contractors’ facility will be made through the

COR. The request will be accompanied by a release of information form to the contractor. Approximately 100 such requests for retrieval of employee medical records are made annually. The contractor will be responsible for any clerical costs associated with preparing the medical record for shipment. The Government will be responsible for all costs for customized forms not available on the contractor website. If the work order or recipient plan indicates the need for long‐term, on‐site record storage, the contractor must comply with Government guidelines. The contractor must maintain an appropriate facility for storage and retrieval of records, in compliance with HIPAA policies.

The contractor’s facility shall have adequate storage space for medical records, and the contractor shall ensure that medical records stored in their facility will be safe from fire, theft, and other hazards. Records will be readily available for tracking and retrieval of information, in accordance with industry standards.

Additional Information

1. Indicate if your firm will submit a proposal if a Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued, and if your firm’s interest is for Prime contracting, teaming agreement or Joint Venture.

2. Validation of, or recommended NAICS codes for this effort.

3. Validation of, or recommended contract type.

4. In each task elements, indicate any Small Business Subcontracting opportunities, as applicable.

5. Identify in each task elements listed above the percentage that will be performed by the

Prime and what percentage will be performed by Small Business Subcontracting opportunities, as applicable.

6. Other Recommendations

a) Any information missing from Attachment A, that would provide a better understanding of the effort desired.

b) Any information that is unduly restrictive to performance, specifically small business.

c) Please submit any other questions or comments along with your response.

In addition to the above questions, interested vendors must address the following:

Question 1: What is your company’s experience with Managing Private Provider Networks?

Question 2: What is your company’s experience in Medical Staffing and Medical

Administration?

Question 3: What is your company’s ability to provide Walk-in Care, First Aid and Emergency response?

Question 4: What is your company’s experience in Administration and storage of

Immunizations?

Question 5: What is your company’s experience in Providing Health Screenings, Preventative

Healthcare, and Medical Case reviews for Reasonable Accommodations?

Question 6: What is your company’s experience with providing pre and post deployment physicals?

Question 7: What percentage of Tasks can be associated with Subcontracting Opportunities?

Question 8: What prior experience does your organization have in managing a private provider network within the continental United States (CONUS) as well as outside the United States?

Question 9: What experience does your organization have in managing an online appointment system, and can you describe the reporting capabilities of your system?

Contracting Office Information

Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate

4800 Mark Center, Suite 09F09

Alexandria, VA 22350

POINTS OF CONTACT

Contract Specialist:

Servia Mendez

Email: Servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil

Contracting Officer:

Kealon D. Wallace

Email: Kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil

For Small Business-related matters only:

Small Business Specialist:

Tara Upchurch mailto:Servia.a.mendez.civ@mail.mil mailto:Kealon.d.wallace.civ@mail.mil

Email: tara.n.upchurch.civ@mail.mil mailto:tara.n.upchurch.civ@mail.mil

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