Long Term Disability

LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport has issued solicitation 50009-007287 for Long Term Disability Insurance coverage specifically for House Officer I through VIII. The initial period of performance is scheduled from November 2026 to October 2029, with an option to renew the contract for an additional two years. Bids must be submitted by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and the award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who fully complies with all specifications. The contract is governed by the laws of the State of Louisiana and requires adherence to standards promulgated by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Key compliance requirements include a prohibition on zero rating or substitution for contracts exceeding 100,000 dollars with five or more employees, mandatory cybersecurity training for personnel accessing state IT assets, and strict non-discrimination policies. Bidders must provide manual signatures from authorized officials and submit detailed brand or model information, including technical data for any equivalent products proposed, to avoid rejection.