Respiratory Therapy Services #SN169015

The California Department of Developmental Services' Sonoma Developmental Center is seeking a contractor to provide respiratory therapy services through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered SN169015. The procurement is specifically for a contractor to deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy services to clients with developmental disabilities, requiring up to 40 hours of service per week. Key service requirements include administering aerosols, providing ventilation assistance, performing cardiopulmonary monitoring, conducting EKG testing, maintaining respiratory equipment, and training facility staff. Successful bidders must be licensed respiratory therapists in California with expertise in pulmonary dysfunction evaluation, ventilation techniques, and the ability to work effectively with intellectually and physically challenged populations. The contract will run from June 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017, with bids due on May 11, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with bids assessed based on comprehensive qualifications, technical capabilities, and compliance with all required documentation.

The procurement includes a 5% bid preference for small businesses, and while Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation goals have been waived, DVBE incentives will be accepted. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, Bid Proposal, Bidder References, and Darfur Contracting Act Form. The contract encompasses an estimated 2,080 total service hours over the contract period, with the contractor required to coordinate directly with Marni Sager, Assistant to the Medical Director, for specific scheduling and client needs. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is structured for a one-year term with potential for coordination and extension. The contract will serve Sonoma County's Developmental Center, targeting a diverse client population with complex medical and developmental needs. Contractors must demonstrate not only technical respiratory therapy expertise but also the interpersonal skills necessary to work with clients displaying varied communication and behavioral challenges.