12 BDD Psych Services

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's Bureau of Disability Determination (BDD) is procuring Psychological and Psychiatric Case Review services through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) covering Dauphin, Luzerne, Monroe Counties, Harveys Lake Borough, and Wolfdale CDP. The primary objective is to secure psychiatrists and psychologists to review cases and determine claimants' eligibility for disability benefits under the Social Security Act. Bidders must have an unlimited medical license in Pennsylvania, be a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and commit to completing a minimum of 40 case reviews per week. Professional requirements include having appropriate board certifications, providing medical malpractice insurance, and passing a criminal background check. Contractors will be required to communicate with treating physicians, assist in staff training, and potentially participate in SSA or BDD-sponsored medical conferences. The solicitation was posted on June 27, 2022, with proposals due by July 11, 2022, at 3:45 pm ET, and bidders may electronically submit questions to the Issuing Officer.

This procurement is exclusively reserved for suppliers registered as a Department of General Services (DGS) Small Business, with strict limitations on who can respond to the solicitation. The estimated annual case volume is approximately 116,832 cases, with no guaranteed minimum volume commitment. Contractors will be reimbursed at an $80.00 hourly rate for travel and training expenses, and the initial contract term is three years with potential for two additional one-year renewals. The Bureau of Disability Determination will distribute cases based on bidders meeting required experience levels, prioritizing those with the lowest bids up to their stated capacity. Successful bidders must comply with Worker Protection certifications, HIPAA regulations, and domestic workforce utilization requirements. While specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and substantial annual case volume suggest a significant potential contract value for qualified small business providers.