Pre-Advertisement Notice for On-Call Inmate Dental Services

The City of Atlanta's Department of Corrections is initiating a Multi-Step Sealed Bid process to secure a licensed dentist to provide comprehensive dental care services for inmates. The procurement begins with a prequalification phase to assess firms against minimum qualifications, including a license to practice dentistry, significant general practice experience, and at least five years in correctional dentistry. Following prequalification, a formal Invitation for Bid (IFB) will be issued. The chosen vendor will be responsible for delivering a range of dental services within defined clinical timelines, including screenings, examinations, hygienist services, treatments as needed, emergency response, prescribing medications, and inmate education. Continuity of care is a critical requirement, along with adherence to dental standards consistent with the American Correctional Association (ACA) accreditation. The contract emphasizes the need for reliable, professional, and consistent dental service delivery in a correctional setting. A Pre-Solicitation Conference will be held to provide additional details and answer questions for interested vendors. Deadlines include a response deadline on June 30, 2026, with the solicitation posted on June 11, 2026. The City encourages qualified firms to participate in order to support the health and well-being of the inmate population through effective dental care management in Georgia’s correctional facilities. Mark Coleman-Mabry is the primary contact for inquiries related to this process.