Radiation Therapy Services

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) - Patton has released an Invitation for Bid (IFB #16-30109) for radiation therapy services within San Bernardino County, California. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive radiation therapy services on an as-needed basis, including all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, licenses, permits, insurance, and personnel. Contractors must assist DSH medical staff in delivering high-quality medical care consistent with regulatory requirements from Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, the Joint Commission, and the Department of Justice. Services are to be performed Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:00pm, with the bid submission deadline set for April 20, 2016, at 3:00pm, followed by a public bid opening at 3:30pm. The anticipated contract period spans from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018, with compensation based on the current Medicare Fee Schedule for Hospital County location (Area 99) Participating Amount, calculated using CPT/HCPCS codes and the contractor's bid percentage.

The procurement includes specific restrictions on eligible bidders, requiring contractors to be a medical corporation, individual physicians licensed in California, physician-owned entities, public hospitals, or entities compliant with the Medical Practices Act. Mandatory insurance requirements include commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence/$2M aggregate), professional liability ($1M per claim/$2M aggregate), and workers' compensation coverage. The contract incorporates small business preference and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) incentive programs, which may provide additional opportunities for qualifying vendors. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, compensation will be determined by the Medicare Fee Schedule and the contractor's proposed percentage. The procurement aims to establish a two-year contract for radiation therapy services, with the potential for critical medical support at the DSH - Patton facility.