IFB # SD24-00008 Annual Mortality Report and Consulting Services.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are procuring Annual Mortality Report and Consulting Services through an Invitation for Bid (IFB). The selected contractor will provide labor, travel, materials, and other items necessary to author an annual report analyzing mortality data, reviewing death records, and making recommendations to improve the quality of healthcare in California prisons. The contractor must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, appropriate licensing and certifications, and be in good standing with the California Secretary of State. The contract term is 3 years, from November 1, 2024 through October 31, 2027. Pricing is to be submitted using a provided Rate Sheet, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

The procurement has a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement of at least 3%. There is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget range for this contract is not specified, but the deliverables include an annual report with an overview of death review processes, causes of deaths, care lapses, and recommendations for improvements.