Maternal Fetal Medicine Consultant for OB System of Care

The Mississippi State Department of Health is seeking a Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Physician Consultant to support the OB System of Care for an initial three-year term from January 6, 2027, to January 5, 2030, with potential renewals up to five years. The consultant will provide specialized clinical expertise to evaluate Level I-IV maternal facilities, lead the development and implementation of the statewide OB System of Care Plan, and advise on maternal morbidity and mortality trends. Key deliverables include participating in 36 facility inspections, managing three system of care projects, and providing 36 months of strategic clinical consultation. Qualified bidders must be registered to do business in Mississippi and possess a current, unrestricted physician license and board certification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Minimum requirements include 10 years of business experience providing similar services and at least 5 years of recent clinical experience in high-risk pregnancy management. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Compensation is based on an all-inclusive retainer fee covering all travel and operational costs, with payments made via the state's electronic system within 45 days of invoice. Contractors must maintain professional liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and adhere to strict HIPAA compliance and data protection standards.