Added: Jun 04, 2008 3:35 pm
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
FOR
PHYSICIAN SERVICES
NEW HAVEN JOB CORPS CENTER
NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT
Sealed proposals must be received by the Director of Administration, New Haven Job Corps Center, 455 Wintergreen Avenue, 06515 by 3:00pm on June 23, 2008, at which time they will be opened and reviewed. Envelop must be clearly labeled "PHYSICIAN SERVICES PROPOSAL".
Between eight (8) and twelve (12) hours of on-site Physician Services a week will be required. The services to be provided include, but are not limited to, physical examinations of students, prescribing medication, providing medical counseling to students and reviewing policies and procedures for the Health and Wellness Center.
For those interested in learning more about the position, the Center and its Health and Wellness Department, a Pre-submission meeting and site walkthrough will begin at 10:00am on June 18, 2008 in the Center's Administrative Conference Room.
Proposal packages will be available on or after June 4, 2008 by calling John Lembo, Director of Administration at (203) 907-4331.
It is anticipated that the Proposed Agreement shall become the final document provided to the successful bidder, with minor revisions incorporating appropriate aspects of the bidder's proposal. Bidders should therefore review the format and clauses in order to prepare a response to provide Physician services. In addition, Job Corps' Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH), Appendices, and Technical Supplements may be reviewed upon request.
The New Haven Job Corps Center reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or waive formalities in the bidding process.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON THE JOB CORPS PROGRAM
New Haven Job Corps Center, operated by Career Systems Development Corporation and located in New Haven Connecticut, is a federally funded educational and job training facility. There are a total of 200 students between the ages of 16 and 24, inclusive of 150 residential and 50 non-resident students, most of whom come from the local community and the northern and southern portions of Connecticut.
Enrollees in the program are screened by the Center and Federal recruitment agencies. A common criterion for eligibility is the need and the desire to learn a skill to become more employable. Enrollees are generally considered healthy, but physical and emotional problems can be present which must be considered and addressed. Some of the 200 authorized students may at any given time be enrolled under the auspices of special disability programs, which accommodate students with a variety of physical impairments without age restrictions.
The program meets the needs of each individual and focuses on four (4) specific areas that enable the trainee to become successfully employed. Those areas include building vocational skills, developing academic skills and increasing awareness of social skills and core values.
Besides educational and vocational opportunities, students receive free housing and meals, medical and dental care, as well as living and clothing allowances. There are daily recreational activities and outings scheduled weekly for all students who wish to participate. Counseling Services to assist students with their individual needs. Also, when training is completed, Career Transition services are provided to assist with job placement and pursuing independent living.
BIDDER'S INSTRUCTIONS
Bidder's attention is to be drawn to the Request for Proposal and Proposed Agreement attached. It is anticipated that the Proposed Agreement shall become the final document provided to the successful bidder, with minor revisions incorporating appropriate aspects of the bidder's proposal. Bidders should therefore review the format and clauses in order to prepare a response to provide Physician services. In addition, Job Corps' Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH), Appendices, and Technical Supplements may be reviewed upon request.
The successful bidder will be selected based upon a combination of professional experience, quality of technical services, fit with the Center and its students and reasonableness of hourly rate. Bidders are placed on notice that this is a competitive process and cost is an important factor. The New Haven Job Corps Center reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or waive formalities in the bidding process.
The scope of work indicates minimum staffing/service requirements which must be provided. Bidders are encouraged to offer supplemental staffing/services either on or off Center. Bidders should specifically state what types and quantity of supplemental staffing and/or services are being offered.
Proposals must not just repeat the requirements contained in the RFP/Proposed Agreement, but must provide the specifics of "who, what, how and when" clearly indicating the bidder's level of understanding and ability to provide the level of service required. It is not anticipated at this time that there will be a "best and final" opportunity to refine proposals.
PHYSICIAN SERVICES
RFP TIMELINE
June 4, 2008 Advertise
June 4, 2008 Bid Packages Available
June 18, 2008 Pre-submission Meeting
June 23, 2008 Bid Due Date
June 27&30,; 2008 Interview Candidates
July 1, 2008 Request for Approval from Corporate
Office and Department of Labor
July 8, 2008 Award Notification and Agreement Execution Period
July 16, 2008 Services Start Date
