Ambulance Services -

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) is soliciting an emergency ambulance service provider to deliver 24/7 local emergency medical response and transport services for Marion Correctional Institution in Marion, Ohio, with proposals due August 31, 2026. Marion Correctional Institution houses an average population of 2,400 incarcerated adults at 940 Marion Williamsport Road East, Marion, Ohio 43302.

The service provider must maintain 24/7 availability and comply with all state and federal emergency medical services requirements, Ohio Emergency Medical Services regulations, and Joint Commission standards applicable to correctional facility operations. The provider must carry appropriate insurance coverage and hold state licensure. The scope of work document attached to the solicitation establishes performance and operational standards, though specific response-time deadlines and detailed service-level agreements are defined in the formal solicitation materials.

The contract may include renewal options to ensure continuity of emergency medical services. Pricing will be structured according to ODRC's established fee schedules or negotiated rates based on call volume and service-level agreements. Funding will be drawn from ODRC's operational budget dedicated to institutional health and safety services. Award decisions will reflect qualifications, experience, service capability, and pricing; preference may be given to incumbent providers demonstrating proven performance history, though all qualified bidders meeting technical and operational requirements are eligible to pursue the contract.