Orthopedic specialist services - PR249002

Here is a comprehensive two-paragraph summary of the state and/or local contracting opportunity:

The California Department of Developmental Services is seeking bids for a three-year contract to provide Orthopedic Specialist services to clients at the Porterville Developmental Center in Tulare County, California. The contract term is from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The selected contractor must be a duly licensed Orthopedic Specialist with expertise in serving the developmentally disabled population. The contractor will be required to provide up to 51 on-site clinics per year, ranging from 1-4 hours each, at mutually agreed upon times. The contractor must maintain malpractice insurance and provide written reports documenting clinical examinations, procedures performed, and recommendations for follow-up treatment. Proposals are due by April 9, 2024, and the State plans to award the contract by April 15, 2024.

The State has waived the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, but the DVBE incentive is in effect. Small business and DVBE preferences may apply. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Pricing terms are based on a maximum of 51 clinics over the three-year contract term, but the exact contract value is not specified. There is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or the current service environment.