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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. SOLICITATION INFORMATION Solicitation Number: 75H71326Q00050 Solicitation Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Commercial Items (Services/Supplies) This requirement is for one (1) Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order for contracted podiatric services to support the Podiatry Program at the Warm Springs Service Unit (WSSU), Warm Springs, Oregon. This requirement is needed to provide supplemental professional podiatry coverage, ensuring access to podiatric services and continuity of patient care. The contracted podiatrist will assist in delivering safe and effective clinical services and support ongoing podiatric operations. Attachment No. 1 – Pricing Schedule, (Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs) Attachment No. 2 – Wage Determination Attachment No. 3 – Business Associate Agreement Attachment No. 4 – IEE Form Performance Work Statement Introduction: The Warm Springs Service Unit (WSSU) requires the procurement of contracted podiatrist services to support its Podiatry program, as current staffing levels are insufficient and have impacted the continuity of patient care. These services are essential for routine podiatrist operations, including interviewing and examining patients, reviewing medical histories, performing and /or ordering diagnostic tests, and assessing, diagnosing, treating, and evaluating foot conditions- particularly in patients with diabetes – to identify that high risk for lower extremity amputations. This action is necessary to establish podiatric services, support patient care needs, protect patient safety, and ensure efficient and compliant clinical operations, as the Service unit currently does not have any podiatry services available. Background: The Warm Springs Service Unit (WSSU) requires the procurement of contracted podiatry services to support its Podiatry Department due to current staffing shortages caused by vacancies and the limited availability of qualified personnel. These shortages have resulted in the absence of podiatric services, creating challenges in meeting patient care needs and maintaining timely access to care. Contracted podiatry services are essential to support patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of foot conditions, as well as the prevention and management of complications to ensure safe and effective patient care. The current lack of podiatry staffing presents a risk to service delivery, which may result in delays in patient care and reduced access to essential podiatric services. The absence of dedicated podiatry staffing is not sustainable and increases the likelihood of gaps in podiatric services and patient care. This acquisition is necessary to ensure the provision of qualified, licensed podiatry personnel, protect patient safety…
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