Per Diem Nursing ITQ

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of General Services has issued an Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) for Per Diem Nursing services, seeking to establish a contract for short-term nursing staffing across state agencies. The procurement focuses on qualifying contractors to provide up to 90-day per diem direct care services for Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). Qualified contractors must meet specific minimum requirements, including current Pennsylvania professional licensing, valid certifications, background checks, and demonstrated professional experience in healthcare settings. Contractors will be evaluated based on "Best Value" or "Low Cost" scoring methods, with selections made through the Commonwealth's Custom Portal. The contract will commence on the Contract Effective Date and remain active for five years, with no renewal options, and qualifications will only be accepted electronically through the PA JAGGAER Portal. Interested suppliers must first register as a Procurement Vendor with the Commonwealth, obtain a six-digit vendor number, and create a user profile within the PA JAGGAER Portal.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must pay employees a minimum of $15.00 per hour, with annual cost-of-living adjustments beginning July 1, 2023, based on the Consumer Price Index. The Commonwealth intends to award the contract to multiple responsive and responsible bidders, with the ability to issue purchase orders as needed. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation and public liability, and comply with rigorous background check, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract allows for flexible staffing across various state agencies with potential for significant utilization. Notably, the procurement prohibits the purchase of hardware or software, focusing exclusively on professional nursing personnel services. Technical support for the procurement process is available through JAGGAER at (800) 233-1121, with the contract submission deadline set for January 31, 2031.