Ophthalmology Services #SN169010

The California Department of Developmental Services, specifically the Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC), is seeking a contractor to provide ophthalmology services for clients with developmental disabilities through Invitation for Bid (IFB) SN169010. The procurement requires a medical professional to conduct comprehensive ophthalmological examinations, including procedures such as dilation (with or without anesthesia), glaucoma checks, eyelid procedures, and foreign body/suture removals. The contractor will be expected to perform one clinic every 4-6 weeks, serving approximately 10-14 clients per clinic, with up to twelve clinics per fiscal year. Qualified bidders must maintain Organized Medical Staff membership and comply with SDC's participation standards. The bid is due on May 12, 2016, at 2:00 PM, with bid opening occurring immediately thereafter. The Notice of Intent to Award and Proposed Award Date are set for May 17, 2016, with the contract term running from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018. Contractors must provide emergency consultations during business hours with a two-hour response time and submit client notes within 24 hours of consultation.

The procurement includes a 5% bid preference for small businesses and DVBE (Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise) bid incentives, though DVBE participation goals have been waived for this contract. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive responsible bidder meeting all qualification requirements. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the pricing structure is based on a per-clinic rate multiplied by an estimated 20 clinics over the contract term. The contractor must be prepared to provide services at the Sonoma Developmental Center, with emergency after-hours consultations directed to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital's Emergency Department. Project Representatives for the contract are identified as Carol Castillo, M.D. and Marni Sager, PA at SDC. The successful bidder will need to provide written or verbal consultative advice and maintain professional standards consistent with specialized healthcare services for clients with developmental disabilities. SDC will provide 48 hours notice for clinic cancellations when possible, demonstrating a collaborative approach to service delivery.