52-RFP-1437024364-CCG Locum Tenens Services

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking multiple vendors to provide Locum Tenens services for clinical staffing across 55 correctional facilities statewide, serving approximately 33,000 offenders. This Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits qualified medical professionals including primary care practitioners, psychiatrists, psychologists, and licensed clinical social workers to deliver comprehensive healthcare services. Vendors must submit proposals by March 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with a virtual bid opening conducted via Microsoft Teams. The initial contract term is one year, beginning May 1, 2025, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Proposal evaluation will focus on vendor experience (minimum three years required, including correctional healthcare experience) and total cost, with mandatory requirements including professional liability insurance coverage of $1 million per incident and $3 million aggregate. Bidders must provide detailed hourly rates for on-site work, weekday on-call, weekend on-call, and telehealth services across various clinician categories.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must meet stringent qualification requirements, including current North Carolina licensure, DEA certification where applicable, and basic life support certification. All proposed clinicians will undergo comprehensive background checks and credentialing reviews. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the statewide scope covering 55 facilities suggests a potentially significant contract value. Vendors can bid on individual or multiple clinician categories, providing flexibility in proposal submissions. The contract requires weekly invoicing and monthly assignment status reports, indicating a structured performance monitoring approach. Professional qualifications are paramount, with emphasis on experience in correctional healthcare settings and ability to provide consistent, high-quality medical services to the incarcerated population.