DHS IFB Medical Director ICRE-Roosevelt REBID

The Illinois Department of Human Services is soliciting an Invitation for Bid (B-54585) for a Medical Director to serve the Illinois Center for Rehabilitation and Education-Roosevelt (ICRE-R) in Chicago. The selected independent contractor will provide clinical and administrative leadership, requiring an estimated 21 hours of work per month, including five hours of on-site presence and 24/7 on-call availability for students. Key responsibilities include providing 24-hour medical coverage, conducting phone consultations with hospital staff, and reviewing admission records. To qualify, candidates must hold a current Illinois medical license and a board certification in Pediatrics, along with at least three years of experience in directing and evaluating medical or clinical programs. The contract will be awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. Evaluation factors include the bidder's financial responsibility, past performance, and compliance with legal standards, such as HIPAA and OSHA. The Medical Director is responsible for their own malpractice insurance, the cost of which must be included in the all-inclusive hourly rate. Bidders must submit all responses electronically via the BidBuy portal by the specified deadline, including comprehensive vendor disclosures and certifications regarding equal opportunity and business operations. Invoicing is generally conducted upon contract completion or weekly service periods, with a strict submission deadline of July 31 for expenses incurred through June 30 of any given year.