Healthcare coalition operation project

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Upstate Healthcare Coalition (UHCC) seeking a contractor to develop and deliver a comprehensive "Practical Preparedness" educational training program focused on disaster preparedness for healthcare facilities. The project requires a local contractor with military experience and extensive healthcare emergency management expertise, specifically targeting the Upstate Region of South Carolina. Key deliverables include developing explainer videos, conducting kick-off webinars, delivering web-based or in-person training sessions, facilitating mini tabletop exercises, and creating collaborative exercises that incorporate recovery operations. The contractor must also produce after-action reports, participate in monthly UHCC Executive Board meetings, and provide ongoing consultation with the HPP Program Coordinator. The evaluation criteria are structured with 40 points for qualifications and experience, 35 points for technical approach, and 25 points for pricing. Proposal submissions are due by May 25, 2021, at 2:30 PM ET, with a deadline for questions set at May 8, 2021, at 5:00 PM ET. The award notification is scheduled for June 7, 2021, with the project expected to commence upon purchase order issuance and be completed within four months.

The solicitation requires offerors to be registered as South Carolina state vendors and comply with state procurement regulations, ethics requirements, debarment certifications, and confidentiality policies specific to DHEC operations. Contractors must adhere to HIPAA guidelines regarding protected health information and meet mandatory insurance requirements, including compliance with the Tobacco-Free Campus Policy. Non-resident contractors may be subject to state withholding tax requirements and must complete Form I-312 if applicable. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement emphasizes a preference for local contractors with specific regional and healthcare system experience. The contract will be awarded to a single responsive and responsible offeror determined to provide the most advantageous offer to the State. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, offerors must submit detailed budget justifications broken down by line items including salaries, fringe benefits, travel, supplies, equipment, training and education, space/maintenance, media, and potential subcontracts.