Direct Healthcare Providers-Pain Initiative-Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
ID: HT001425R0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

NAICS

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (622110)

PSC

MEDICAL- ANESTHESIOLOGY (Q501)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency, is soliciting proposals for a hybrid Personal and Non-Personal Services contract to support the National Capital Region Pain Initiative at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. The contract requires the provision of various healthcare professionals, including a Clinical Pharmacist, Medical Clerk, Integrated Medicine Physician, Pain Nurses, Pain Physician, Sr. Program Manager, Integrative Medicine Nurse, Tele-Pain Nurse, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, totaling eight full-time equivalents (FTEs). This initiative is crucial for enhancing pain management services for military personnel and their families. Interested parties, particularly those eligible under the 8(a) program, should acknowledge the amendment to the solicitation by the specified deadline to ensure their offers are considered; for further inquiries, they may contact James Illes at james.l.illes.civ@health.mil or Edgar DuChemin at edgar.r.duchemin.civ@health.mil.

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    This document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) relating to healthcare services, specifying compensation structures and contract details. It stipulates that all rates, including benefits, must adhere to hourly calculations rather than annual metrics. Healthcare provider compensation is capped at $400,000 annually, and productive hours are defined as hours worked minus vacation and holidays, typically totaling around 1,912 for full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. The document includes multiple time periods, detailing specific clinical roles and anticipated productive hours per role for various fiscal years from December 2024 to September 2029. It instructs potential offerors to accurately calculate fully burdened hourly rates, including all benefits and salary components, and prohibits alterations to the designated labor category order. The purpose of the RFP is to solicit qualified proposals for staffing healthcare positions while ensuring transparent and regulated compensation structures. The focus on meticulous calculations and documentation serves to guarantee compliance, budget adherence, and operational efficiency throughout the contract duration.
    The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is seeking feedback on past performance as part of an acquisition for medical services at various facilities in the National Capital Region (NCR). The Past Performance Questionnaire is designed to assess the capabilities of an Offeror, with references requested to evaluate the Offeror's prior projects. Key sections of the questionnaire include information on the evaluated contractor, contract specifics (such as title, status, and type), and performance ratings in areas like quality of services, timeliness, and business relations. Respondents are asked to rate the contractor on a predefined scale, provide rationales for ratings that are not satisfactory, and indicate any significant issues encountered during contract execution. The information gathered will aid DHA in determining the Offeror's reliability and effectiveness, which are critical factors in the sourcing decision. Overall, this document emphasizes the importance of past performance evaluations in federal contracting, reflecting a commitment to quality and accountability in the provision of healthcare services.
    This document is an Amendment to a government solicitation, specifically designating it as a 100% set-aside for the 8(a) program, which supports small disadvantaged businesses. The amendment adjusts the acquisition set-aside classification from a general small business preference to specifically target 8(a) businesses. It mentions that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force. Important details include the extended date for acknowledgment of this amendment by contractors, which is critical for ensuring that offers are not rejected due to a lack of acknowledgment. The document is structured with formal blocks typically found in governmental RFPs, including sections for the contracting officer's information, contract details, and a summary of changes. The purpose is to facilitate participation in the procurement process for eligible 8(a) businesses, reflecting a targeted strategy to support these entities within the federal contracting landscape.
    The document outlines a solicitation for personal and non-personal services contract (HT001425R0002) to provide healthcare support at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for the National Capital Region Pain Initiative (NCRPI). The contract includes staffing for various positions, including Clinical Pharmacists, Medical Clerks, Integrative Medicine Physicians, Pain Nurses, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. The services aim to enhance access to pain management and integrative healthcare within the NCR, adhering to the Department of Defense's emphasis on quality care and soldier readiness. The performance period is from December 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with provisions for optional extensions. The contractors are required to maintain adequate staffing during operational hours, while federal holidays are non-working days. Key responsibilities encompass delivering direct healthcare, participation in quality control, and compliance with security protocols including background checks. The document reinforces the commitment to quality service and the health of military personnel and veterans, highlighting the strategic goals of improving pain management across the region.
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