Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Medical Review Officer (MRO) and Center-Based Services

This contract involves providing specialized medical services, including the roles of Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Medical Review Officer (MRO), and center-based healthcare services, for the Illinois-based Metra Purchasing organization. The solicitation, identified as RFP No. 174821, was posted on October 3, 2025, with a response deadline set for November 4, 2025. The project has an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, reflecting its substantial scope and importance. The contract aims to ensure comprehensive medical oversight, review, and center-based health services, adhering to strict performance standards, insurance requirements, and compliance with ethical, employment, and civil rights policies. The procurement process includes a virtual pre-proposal meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025, and a formal question period ending on October 14, 2025, allowing potential vendors to clarify requirements before submitting proposals. The scope of work covers detailed service expectations, compensation arrangements, and provisions for contract modifications, with an emphasis on records retention, indemnification, and adherence to applicable funding guidelines. Metra retains the right to accept or reject proposals based on compliance and quality, and the contract may be funded in part by external financial assistance programs. Interested parties can access further details and submit proposals through the designated online portal, ensuring a transparent and competitive procurement process aimed at securing qualified medical service providers to support Metra’s operational and health oversight needs in Illinois.