Medical Experts- Neurology

Added: Apr 08, 2010 11:01 am  
The Social Security Administration (SSA) intends to issue a solicitation to obtain the services of experienced, licensed Medical Experts in the field of Neurology, who are board certified and/or have SSA disability program experience at the State and/or Federal level, or in the absence of board certification, have SSA disability program experience combined with specialized training, to serve as Medical Experts to analyze and provide expert advice related to their specialized field, as needed, so that adjudicators can render accurate determination and decisions.

*SSA has designed these solicitations for Total Small Business Set-Aside Participation only*

 Background:

SSA is responsible for two national disability programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (DI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).  SSA uses a five-step sequential process for evaluating the disability claim submitted by an individual who alleges an inability to perform substantial gainful activity (SGA).  The program defines disability as inability to engage in SGA by reason of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment, which can be expected to result in death, or has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months.  A medical basis for disability claim is required, and the State disability determination services (DDS) collect and evaluate the medical information, making a determination about the severity of the medical impairment as it relates to the claimant's ability to perform SGA.

While medical generalists may properly evaluate many disability impairments, claims that involve difficult or complex issues require medical specialists and sub-specialist expertise.

 SSA anticipates the award of multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contracts with provisions for the issuance of fixed price or labor hour task orders as needed.  The IDIQ period of performance will consist of a 12 month base period with four 12 month option periods.  The estimated date for release of this solicitation is on/about April 14th, 2010, with proposals due
approximately 30 days from the actual release date.  Any amendments or other information relative to the solicitation will be posted to this website: (www.fedbizopps.gov). Potential offerors shall be responsible for monitoring the internet site for release of the solicitation and any amendments.   If you have any questions concerning this pre-solicitation, please submit those in writing to Joeie Tracht via e-mail at: joeie.tracht@ssa.gov.