SP DHS OHR MRO services

The Illinois Department of Human Services, Office of Human Resources, is requesting quotes for occasional services of a licensed Medical Review Officer to review and verify laboratory-confirmed nonnegative drug test results via the Quest database, with quotes due September 18, 2026.

The MRO must be a licensed physician (MD or DO) with specialized training in DOT drug testing regulations, current certification from a nationally recognized MRO certification board, and demonstrated knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration procedures and chain-of-custody protocols. No subcontractors are permitted; the vendor must perform all services directly. Key service requirements include conducting initial review and verification of test results, completing interviews and determinations within DOT-mandated timeframes, reporting verified results to the Designated Employer Representative without unnecessary delays, and reviewing a minimum of 5% of negative results for quality assurance. The MRO must maintain current requalification training every five years and comply with all DOT regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, Subpart G.

This is an as-needed consulting arrangement rather than full-time employment. The RFQ attachments do not specify contract value, contract duration, renewal options, or pricing terms. No incumbent, set-aside program, or evaluation criteria are detailed in the available documentation.