Q -- NON-PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT FOR A FULL-TIME OPTOMETRIST

Notice Date

August 16, 2001

Contracting Office

Naval Medical Center (BCA), 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, Suite 535, San Diego, CA 92134-5191

ZIP Code

92134-5191

Solicitation Number

N00259-01-T-0039

Response Due

August 29, 2001

Point of Contact

Glenda C. Abalos, Purchasing Agent, 619/532-8084, Philip S. Condella, Contracting Officer, 619/532-5944

E-Mail Address

Click here to contact the Purchasing Agent via e-mail (gcabalos@nmcsd.med.navy.mil)

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation, number N00259-01-T-0039, is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FAC 97-27. Non-personal services are being requested for a full-time Optometrist performing a full range of optometrist services and procedures. Period of performance: 01 Sep 01 through 31 Aug 02. Location: Naval Medical Center, Optometry Dept, Bldg 2-2, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, San Diego CA 92134. Statement of Work includes: performing comprehensive Optometry services. These comprehensive services shall be performed at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA, or at other Branch Medical Clinics within the San Diego area under the cognizance of the Commander, Naval Medical Center. During the term of this contract the physician agrees to provide, on behalf of the Government, the services of an Optometrist, for treatment of active duty military personnel, their family members, eligible Navy civilian employees and, other eligible beneficiaries in accordance with the terms and conditions of this contract. While on duty, the physician shall not advise, recommend or suggest to individuals authorized to receive services at Government expense that such individuals should receive services from the physician when he or she is not on duty, or from a partner or group associated in practice with the physician, except with the express written consent of the Commander. The physician shall be neat, clean, well groomed and, in appropriate clothing when in patient care and public areas. All clothing shall be free of visible dirt and stains and, shall fit correctly. Fingernails shall be clean and free from dirt and hair shall be neatly trimmed and combed. The physician shall display an identification badge, furnished by the Government, on the right breast of his or her outer clothing which includes the physician's full name and professional status. The physician shall be physically capable of standing for extended periods of time and capable of normal ambulation. The physician shall comply with Executive Order 12731 of 17 Oct 1990, (55 Fed. Reg. 42547), "Principles of Ethical Conduct for Government Officers and Employees" and, shall also comply with Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of the Navy (DON) regulations implementing this Executive Order. The physician providing services under this contract shall be rendering non-personal services for the Navy. The contract under which the personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. He/She is performing an agency function by providing direct medical care that would have to be provided by the Navy to its health care beneficiaries. Accordingly, personal injury claims alleging negligence by the physician within the scope of his or her performance of this contract shall be processed as claims alleging negligence by the contractor. The physician IS required to maintain medical liability insurance. Physicians, not currently in possession of a medical license (license to practice Optometry with "Therapeutic" certification) from the State of California must acquire and maintain a valid license, at no cost to the Government, within 120 days following contract award. The physician shall read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently. The physician is not prohibited, by reason of employment under this contract, from conducting a private practice or other employment so long as there is no conflict with the performance of duties under this contract. However, such private practice or other such employment shall not be conducted during those hours in which the physician is required to render services under this contract. The physician shall make no use of Government facilities or property in connection with such other employment. (see Attachment 001 NAVMED P-117). Duty Hours: The physician shall be on duty in the assigned clinical areas at Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA for 40 hours per week. The physician shall normally provide services for an 8.5 hour period, (to include an uncompensated .5 hour for lunch). Specific work hours will be scheduled by the Refractive Surgery Program Director. The physician shall arrive for each scheduled shift in a well rested condition and shall have had at least six hours of rest from all other duties. When required to ensure completion of services that extend beyond the normal close of business, the physician shall remain on duty in excess of the scheduled shift. The physician will be given an equal amount of compensatory time to be scheduled upon mutual agreement of the physician and the Refractive Surgery Program Director. Absences and leave: A physician requiring emergency medical care will be provided medical care until the condition is stabilized. The physician shall reimburse the Government for all medical services provided. Only the Commander or the technical liaison may authorize absences to the physician in accordance with the Naval Medical Center's policies and regulations. Authorization for planned absences may be granted by the Commander for a physician to attend continuing education courses and for performance of active duty responsibilities. The physician will be compensated by the Government for these periods of authorized planned absence. The Government will not reimburse the physician for the cost of any course tuition and/or other related education expense. The physician shall provide proof of attendance of continuing education to the Refractive Surgery Program Director upon request. Documented military leave for military reservists will be allowed, not to exceed 15 calendar days per calendar year, and may be taken intermittently, e.g., one day at a time. The physician will not be compensated by the Government for services not rendered during a Government furlough. In the event of a Government furlough, the Commander will determine which contract employees are considered critical and therefore must report to work. Contract employees deemed critical will be compensated for services rendered during a furlough. All other contract employees will be furloughed until the Government shutdown ends or they are notified by the Technical Liaison designated in the contract that they have become critical employees. Duties: The physician shall perform a full range of optometric primary and specialty care, using Government furnished facilities, equipment and supplies. Caseload includes scheduled and unscheduled requirements for care. Routine workload is scheduled by the treatment facility. Primary workload is a result of appointments scheduled through the MTF's central appointment system. Secondary workload is the result of consultation requests submitted to the specialty clinic by other staff physicians. The physician is responsible for a full range of diagnostic examinations, the development of comprehensive treatment plans when indicated, delivery of treatment within the personnel and equipment capabilities of the medical treatment facility, provision of mandated medical surveillance and preventive services and the quality and timeliness of treatment records and reports required to document procedures performed and care provided. The physician shall refer patients to staff specialists for consultative opinions and continuation of care and shall see the patients of other staff healthcare providers who have been referred for consultation and treatment. Watch Standing: There is no watch standing requirement for an optometrist under this contract. The physician shall direct supporting Government employees assigned to them during the performance of clinical procedures. Minimum Qualifications: Must have proof of current Basic Life Support Level C certification; Must possess a Doctorate Degree in Optometry from and accredited college approved by the Council of Optometry Education of the American Optometry Association; Must have and maintain a valid, unrestricted license with therapeutic certification to practice as an optometrist in the state of California. May possess additional licensure in any one of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The health care worker is responsible for complying with all application licensing regulations; Complete an Individual Credentials File prior to performance of services. This acquisition incorporates the following FAR clauses: 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (Oct 95); 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items (Oct 95) must be completed and submitted along with the proposal (a copy can be obtained by contacting Glenda C. Abalos at 619/532-8084); 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items; In accordance with FAR clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (Oct 95), the following clauses are hereby incorporated by reference in paragraph (b): 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (E.O. 11246); 52.222-35 Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Veterans (38 U.S.C. 4212); 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers (29 U.S.C. 793); and 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (38 U.S.C. 4212); DFARS 252.204-7004 Required Central Contractor Registration (Mar 1998); FAR 52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (May 1999); FAR 52.232-33 Mandatory Information for Electronic Funds Transfer Payment (Aug 1996). All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered. Offers are due no later than COB 29 Aug 01. See Note 1.

Record

Loren Data Corp. 20010820/QSOL005.HTM (W-228 SN50V291)