Contracting Officer (90C), Dept of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Bldg 5 Rm 212, Alexandria, LA 71306

Q -- LOCUM TENENS PSYCHIATRIST/PSYCHIATRY SERVICES SOL 502-15-00 DUE 041400 POC Bernice Griffin,Contracting Officer, 318-473-0010 X 2240 or Herman Chelette, Supervisory Contract Specialist, 318-473-0010 X 2239 E-MAIL: bernice.griffin@med.va.gov, bernice.griffin@med.va.gov. This is an emergency procurement using combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, Scarce Medical Specialist Resources through Locum Tenens for a Psychiatrist, prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 and 13.5 as supplemented with the additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation issued; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. All responsible sources may submit a quotation. This information shall only be considered if clear and convincing evidence is provided that the offeror can meet the requirements of the Government. Solicitation number is 502-15-00 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). Award will be made using simplified acquisition procedures. This solicitation documents and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-15 and VAAR # 20. This acquisition is unrestricted. The standard industrial classification code is 7361 with $5 annual sales limitation for small business. Requirements are One (1) Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for an estimated 512 hours. Services required for the period May 1, 2000 through July 31,2000, with an option to extend an additional three (3) months. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. (Excludes holidays 5/29/00 and 7/4/00 and any other declared national holiday). One physician for the duration of the contract term is required for continuity of care. No overtime, callback or holiday coverage included. Psychiatrist needed pending completion of recruitment for full time staff physician. The Board Certified/Eligible Psychiatrist is responsible for comprehensive mental and behavioral health services including assessment, management, & treatment of psychiatric problems, primarily for 27 inpatients with varying degrees of disturbances, provided at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, PO Box 69004, 2495 Shreveport Highway, Alexandria LA. Outpatient services may also be required. Duties include assisting patients to cope, set goals, communicate, maintain self-control, and improve self-reliance. Physician is responsible for all facets of psychiatric care and includes but is not limited to: evaluation and assessment, developing treatment plans, management of substance and alcohol abuse, crisis intervention, counseling, individual and group therapy, making rounds, documentation, and telephone consultations. Proper documentation in accordance with all VAMC standards is essential. All services must be provided in accordance with all rules and regulations as set forth in VHA Directives, Medical Staff Bylaws, Medical Center Memorandums, and JCAHO standards. Services performed shall be under the direction of the Director of Behavior Health HCL and the Chief of Staff. Teamwork is essential. All rules, regulations and laws applicable to privacy of patient, documentation and records apply. Service dates are 5/1/2000 thru 7/31/00 with an option to extend for an additional ninety days and an option to terminate sooner if VA recruitment efforts are successful. Payment shall be weekly in arrears using Government purchase card. Logs of work hours (certified sign-in/sign-out logs maintained by Behavioral Health) will be faxed weekly to Contractor. Fax corresponding invoice to 318-483-5063 and obtain credit card information. Payment shall not exceed 40 hours per week. The hourly rate is an all-inclusive rate and no additional consideration will be made. Qualifications: Psychiatrist assigned by the Contractor to perform requested services shall be licensed in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or District of Columbia with current full, unchallenged and unrestricted license; shall be board certified or board eligible with less than four years post residency. The contract psychiatrist shall speak, understand, read and write the English language fluently; be compute literate with knowledge of DHCP/VISTA electronic medical records documentation access and input. He/she shall be US citizen and must possess required elements to be credentialed and privileged in accordance with VA regulations. Physician credentials/qualifications are subject to review and approval of the Medical Center Chief of Staff and Medical Center Director. The Credentialing Officer for VA Alexandria shall be provided all requested documentation to credential and privilege the physician prior to acceptance at this facility. OIG List of Excluded Individuals/Entities applies. Hours are Monday through Friday, excluding all federal holidays, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. No overtime, weekends, or callbacks authorized. One physician is required for the entire contract period. The ten holidays observed by the government include New year's Day, Martin Luther Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other day proclaimed by the President of the United States to be a national holiday. Personnel Policy: The contractor shall be responsible for protecting contracted personnel assigned to this facility. The contractor shall provide worker's compensation, professional liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence, health examinations, income tax withholding and social security payments. Sick leave, vacation, or other benefits are not the responsibility of the Government. At no time shall the contracted physician be considered a VA employee for any purpose. Contractor Performance Monitoring: Monitoring hours worked will be accomplished with sign-in/sign-out sheets maintained by the secretary of BHHCL and verified by the Director of BHHCL documenting arrivals and departures. The Director of BHHCL will be designated Contracting Officer's Technical Representative and shall monitor performance for contract compliance, knowledge, skills and behavior and immediately notify the Contracting Officer of any noncompliance or unacceptable behavior. Substitution of physicians is not allowed unless specifically authorized by the Contracting Officer, Director of BHHCL, and the Chief of Staff. Any substitute must comply with all requirements and obtain credentialing and privileging. The Contractor shall submit CV, three references (names and phone numbers), previous employers and documentation sufficient to complete credentialing and privileging process (education, board certification, relevant training and experience, references, pending or settled challenges to license, status of any claims. The Government may award from documentation provided without further discussion. SUBMIT BACKUP DOCUMENTATION WITH OFFER. Award will be made to the offeror whose quote conforms to the requirements of the solicitation, best meets the minimum needs of the Government and offers the lowest price. Best value to the Government and veteran shall determine award considering past performance, technical/qualifications and cost. It is anticipated that a firm-fixed-cost-contract will be awarded. Provisions at 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (NOV 99) without addendum applies to this acquisition. Clauses at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions (MAY 99) applies with addendum. Add 52.252-2 Clauses incorporated by Reference (FEB 98). This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at the/this address (es): http://www.arnet.gov/far or http://va.gov.oa&mm/vaar/vaartoc.htm (end of clause). FAR 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999); VAAR 852.237-7 Indemnification and Medical Liability Insurance (Oct 96) in the amount of $1 million per occurrence, FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Commercial Items (FEB 2000) apply. The following FAR clauses are also applicable: FAR 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Affirmative Action, 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped, 52.222-37 Employment Records on Special Disabled Veterans, 52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification, 52.224-2 Privacy Act, VAAR 852-237-70 Contractor Responsibilities (APR 1984), VAAR 852.270-1 Representatives of the Contracting Officer (APR 1984) VAAR 852.270-4 Commercial Advertising (NOV 1984), VAAR 852-271-70 Services Provided Beneficiaries (APR 1984). The following clauses listed in FAR 52.212-5 are applicable: 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity, 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Disabled, 52.222-36 Affirmative for Handicapped, 52.222-37. FAR clause 52.212-3 Contractor Representations and Certifications must be provided with offer and is available at the Internet address or by fax from this office (318-473-0010 X 2240). Facsimile quotes are acceptable at 318-483-5063. Email address is bernice.griffin@med.va.gov. Call to confirm receipt. Quotations are due by 3:30 CST, April 14, 2000, to meet an emergent direct patient care need, at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Bldg 5, Room 212, Alexandria LA. Reference Solicitation 502-15-00 on offer. Posted 04/09/00 (W-SN442990). (0100)

Loren Data Corp. http://www.ld.com (SYN# 0081 20000412\Q-0003.SOL)