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March 2010 V CBOC Ambulance Transportation 44131 VA250-17-Q-0492 05-26-2017 90 N 621910 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office (NCO) 10 6150 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 300 Independence OH 44131 Roman Savino Contracting Specialist Cleveland VA Medical Center Community Based Outpatient Clinics USA contact@example.gov CBOC Ambulance Transportation 23 Page 23 of 23 DESCRIPTION: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number VA250-17-Q -0421 is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) and the intent is to award a firm fixed price for the required services. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-26. This requirement is available as full and open competition for commercial items under the North Atlantic Industrial Classification System (NAICS) 621910. REQUIREMENTS: Network Contracting Office (NCO 10) on behalf of the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC), 10701 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106 is seeking Quotes that provide pricing for ambulance services as described in the requirements below: Quotes with additional features will be considered, provided the minimum requirements of the Government have been met. Each line item must have a description and pricing information. Quote shall contain a proposed delivery, installation, and in-service timeline. Patient Care Administration Services is a service division of the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106. There shall be no site visit for this procurement. PRICING LINE ITEMS: 1) Basic Life Support (BLS), Ambulance Services will be from 7-1-2017 through 6-30-2017. PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES: This combined synopsis lists one or more clauses by reference with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text (FAR 52.252-2). The provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items, apply to this acquisition with the following addendum to the provisions of the standard provisions. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items all offers will be considered for BEST VALUE. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers. (1) Technical capability. Additionally, any potential offerors quoting a brand equivalent must supply supporting documentation that the product quoted is of equal or greater technical capability matching the specified equipment in features, quality, warranty terms, compatibility with existing systems, and functionality to be considered. (2) Past performance: please include references of customers who have purchased a similar system. Past performance with VA or other Government agencies is preferred. Please include company name, point of contact information, purchase order or reference number, and dollar value. Those not submitting past performance references will be given a neutral rating. (3) Price: Quote for each line item, including but not limited to the requirements listed above. Technical and past performance when combined is significantly more important than price. The provision at VAAR 852-211-77, Brand Name or Equal applies. The items called for by this RFQ have been identified in the schedule by a "brand name or equal" description, such identification is intended to be descriptive, but not restrictive, and is to indicate the quality and characteristics of products that will be satisfactory. Quotes offering "equal" products (including products of the brand name manufacturer other than the one described by brand name) will be considered for award if such products are clearly identified in the quote and are determined by the Government to meet fully the salient characteristics requirements listed in the RFQ. NOTE: The Government reserves the right to award without discussions, vendors shall submit the most favorable terms. Small businesses, especially service-disabled veteran owned small businesses and veteran owned are encouraged to contract their nearest Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) if assistance is needed in preparing their quote. The web site address for the location of the nearest PTAC is http://www.sellingtothegovernment.nct. ELECTRONIC INVOICE SUBMISSION: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Financial Service Center (FSC) is the designated agency office for invoice receipt in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (5 CFR part 1315). FSC or its designated representative may contact the vendor to provide specific instructions for electronic submission of invoices. The vendor will be responsible for any associated expenses. FSC may utilize third-party contractors to facilitate invoice processing. Prior to contact by FSC or its designated representative for electronic invoicing submissions, the vendor shall continue to submit all invoices to FSC at the following mailing address: Department of Veterans Affairs, Financial Services Center, and PO Box 149971, Austin, TX 78714-8971. Offerors shall complete FAR 52.212-3 Offerors Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items available for online registration at http://orca.bpn.gov or include a written copy with the quote submitted. The clause at 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition, to include the following addendum to the clause: 52.204-7 (SAM registration) the successful offeror must be registered with the System Award Management (SAM) to be awarded a contract, you may register easily and quickly on-line at http://www.sam.gov, 52.232-34 (Payment by Electronic Funds), VAAR 852.237-70 (Contractor Responsibility) and 852.2370-4 (Commercial Advertising). The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition which shall include the following clauses by reference. Clauses: 52.203-6, 52.219-4, 52.219-8, 52.219-23 alt1, 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222 36, 52.222-37, 52.225-3 Alternate I. The preceding Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses and provisions may be accessed on the Internet at http://www.arnet.gov/far. The preceding Veterans Administration (VAAR) clauses and provisions may be accessed on the Internet at http://www.va.gov/oa&mmlvarr/. To receive credit as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, an offeror must be registered and verified in Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database. (http://www.VetBiz.gov). All questions must be submitted to Roman Savino, Contract Specialist by e-mail only by Friday April 21, 2017. All responses to questions that may affect offers will be incorporated into a written amendment to the solicitation. Please continue to look on the solicitation in FBO for any potential updates. Quotes and accompanying information are due no later than 3 p.m. EST Friday April 28, 2017 Technical questions and Quotes must be sent by email to contact@example.gov. PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT RESPONSIBILITY OF LOUIS STOKES CLEVELAND VA MEDICAL CENTER The Louis Stokes VA Medical Center requires Medical Transportation Service to transport beneficiaries including physically or mentally handicapped individuals, aged and infirm persons, their attendants and personal belongings between points in Ohio. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to transport VA beneficiaries by Basic Life Support (BLS), ambulance services. Contractor shall provide all BLS Ambulance services as stated in the scope of work for veteran beneficiaries, when requested by the VA. The period of performance for Basic Life Support (BLS), ambulance services will be from 7-1-2017 through 6-30-2018. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR The Contractor shall provide all required labor, material, equipment and supervision of contractor personnel necessary to perform Basic Life Support (BLS), ambulance services for eight (8) facilities at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center CBOCs, located at: 55 W Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH 44319 (Akron VA facility); 733 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702 (Canton VA facility) 6751 N Chestnut St, Ravenna, OH 44266 (Ravenna VA facility) 1260 Monroe St NW #1A, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (New Philadelphia VA facility) 1025 S Trimble Rd, Mansfield, OH 44906 (Mansfield VA facility) 205 W 20th St, Lorain, OH 44052 (Lorain VA facility) 7 W Jackson St, Painesville, OH 44077 (Painesville VA facility) 3416 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870 (Sandusky VA facility). All Transportation Services shall be in accordance with the terms and conditions of this requirement. The Contractor shall transact business, hereunder or below, with the Contracting Officer (CO) and/or the Contracting Officer s Representative (COR) and in no case shall deal directly with or solicit from beneficiaries of the VA. 1. DEFINITIONS/ACRONYMS: ALS (Advanced Life Support ambulance transportation service) Advanced Life Support shall be provided by ambulance vehicles containing at a minimum an on-board Paramedic, Cardiac monitoring, ALS drugs and procedures, Advanced airway management and Medication monitoring and administration, and provide restraint and seclusion management when needed. AOD - Administrative Officer of the Day VA official that works in the admissions area during evenings and nights, and monitors hospital activities during other than normal working hours. This person acts as hospital administrator during off-hours. Base Rate - Base Rate is defined as the rate paid for one-way transportation and handling of a patient from a designated pick-up point to a designated delivery point. This rate will be paid for all authorized one-way trips ordered under this contract action. Beneficiary - Veterans and other members determined to be eligible for benefits by the VA. BLS - (Basic Life Support ambulance transportation service) Basic Life Support shall be provided by ambulance vehicles containing at a minimum, an on-board Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Basic airway management and IV keeping vein open (KVO) without additives. Contractor shall also provide restraint and seclusion management when needed. Business Hours/Days - Business Hours/Days are defined as the time of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Federal holidays include New Year s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and other specifically designated days by the President of the United States to be a national holiday. Off business hours/days are defined as the time of 4:31 p.m. to 7:59 a.m. Monday through Friday, all day Saturday and Sunday and Federal holidays. CBOC (Community Based Outpatient Clinic) Satellite medical facilities of the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, that offer limited health services. CO - Contracting Officer, VA official with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings, and is a member of the vehicle inspection team. Consult - The term Consult as used herein refers to a formal request document used by the medical center staff to request services from adjacent departments within the VA. Consults are also used to request transportation for individual patients Contractor - The term Contractor as used herein refers to both the prime contractor and his employees, and any subcontractors and their employees. The contractor shall be responsible for assuring that his subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract. COS - (Cancel on Site) Instance where a transport request is cancelled after the contractor has made an attempt to transport a patient by physically dispatching a transport vehicle to the point of pick up. COR - (Contracting Officer s Representative) VA official responsible for providing technical guidance to the contractor and Contracting Officer. Responsibilities include certification of invoices, providing technical guidance, overseeing technical aspects of the contract and are a member of the vehicle inspection team. Emergency - Emergency is the resuscitative or stabilizing treatment needed for any acute medical or psychiatric illness or condition that poses a threat of serious jeopardy to life, serious impairment of bodily functions, or serious dysfunction of any bodily organ or part. Emergency Trip - An unscheduled situation where Ambulance transportation is needed, requiring a response time of ten (10) minutes or less. Federal Holidays - Holidays that are observed by the Federal Government, which include, New Year s Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr s Birthday, President s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States to be a national holiday. Full Service - 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, including all holidays. Holiday - A day set-aside by any Federal, state or local government as a day of special observance, which may provide for a decreased workforce during that day. KVO - Keeping vein open- a rate for infusing IVs. Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (hereinafter called the VA) - CBOC locations to include: 55 W Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH 44319 (Akron VA facility); 733 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702 (Canton VA facility); 6751 N Chestnut St, Ravenna, OH 44266 (Ravenna VA facility); 1260 Monroe St NW #1A, New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (New Philadelphia VA facility); 1025 S Trimble Rd, Mansfield, OH 44906 (Mansfield VA facility); 205 W 20th St, Lorain, OH 44052 (Lorain VA facility); 7 W Jackson St, Painesville, OH 44077 (Painesville VA facility); and 3416 Columbus Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870 (Sandusky VA facility). Mileage Rate - Mileage Rate is defined as the rate paid to a contracted ambulance company for mileage traveled from point of pick up to the point of drop off. For example, the total mileage from patient s pick up address to the VA Medical Center is 10 miles. The mileage rate is multiplied by the total miles for this one way trip. Normal Working Hours - The hours from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays. Normal working hours are greater than the business hours because this is the timeframe where the majority of the trips (pickups and drop offs) occur. Other than Normal Working Hours - Are the hours from 8:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, and 24 hours per day on weekends and all holidays? PCAS - Patient Care Administrative Service, an administrative department which processes patients' medical records, appointments, etc. Peak Hours - Peak hours represent the estimated quantity of trips per day that the Contractor should expect to have available vehicles to provide necessary transport of patients. These numbers are representations and they are not exact figures, however, the Contractor shall be required to perform all required patient transports. Quality Assurance - Those actions taken by the Government to assure the services provided by the Contractor meet the requirements of the contract. Quality Control - Those actions taken by the Contractor to monitor/control the production of goods or services so they will meet the requirements of the contract. Run Sheet - Clinical documents showing what occurred during the ambulance trip. PCAS may request a copy for the patient's chart when necessary. Scheduled Trip - The term "scheduled trip" as used in this solicitation/contract, refers to those trips in which the Contractor has been given advance notice (advance notice is defined as a notice given by 4:30 p.m. the prior business day) of required services and a specific pick-up time. Universal Precautions - Standard precautions when it's anticipated that an individual may come into contact with a blood or body fluid while performing normal duties, requiring the individual to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves). Unscheduled Trip - The term "unscheduled trip" as used in this solicitation/contract, refers to those trips required on an as-needed basis and advance notice is not given; generally a request that is submitted same day. Urgent Urgent is unscheduled ambulatory care for an acute medical or psychiatric illness or minor injuries for which there is a pressing need for treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition or impairing possible recovery. Urgent Trip - An unscheduled situation where Ambulance transportation is needed, requiring a response time of Forty-five (45) minutes or less. Waiting - Waiting, as used in this solicitation/contract, is defined as the time required and verified by authorized medical facility personnel for the Contractor to wait at designated pick-up and/or delivery points commencing after the required arrival check-in with the individual(s) scheduling the travel. 2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The VA requires Medical Transportation Service to transport beneficiaries including physically or mentally handicapped individuals, aged and infirm persons, their attendants and personal belongings between points in Ohio. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to transport VA beneficiaries by Basic Life Support (BLS), ambulance services. Contractor shall provide all BLS Ambulance services as stated in the scope of work for veteran beneficiaries, when requested by the VA. 3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: (a) The services of this contract will be utilized primarily for trips starting at a veteran s location (residence, nursing home, and other medical facilities) with the trip terminating at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, at Akron, Canton, Ravenna, New Philadelphia, Mansfield, Lorain, Painesville, & Sandusky. These transports will primarily take place three (3) days per week for approximately three to five patients at a time for scheduled appointments via a standing order. This number of patients is subject to change at any time. Some trips may start at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA at Wade Park division and end at other medical facilities and vice versa. The company awarded the contract is responsible for bringing all eligible patients to and from the facility in which the contract was awarded. In this particular contract, the facility will be for the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center in Akron, Canton, Ravenna, New Philadelphia, Mansfield, Lorain, Painesville, Sandusky, East Liverpool, Warren and Youngstown. For example, if a patient resides in Canton and is referred to the Canton VA division for treatment, the Contractor awarded the Akron, Canton, Ravenna, New Philadelphia, Mansfield, Lorain, Painesville, Sandusky, East Liverpool, Warren and Youngstown contract will be responsible for the roundtrip transportation of the patient. There are also circumstances in which the VA outsources patients to other facilities to receive medical treatment. The VA is responsible for providing transportation for these veterans who meet the eligibility requirements for travel. The Contractor awarded the contract to the closest VA facility to the outsourced site is responsible for the transportation of this patient. For example, if a patient who resides in Akron is outsourced to a dialysis unit located near Akron, the contractor who is awarded the contract for the Akron VA Outpatient Clinic is responsible for the roundtrip travel of this patient. If a patient requires transportation to a facility that is near two separately contracted VA facilities, it is the VA s discretion to decide which Contractor to choose from. For example, if a patient is being transported to the City of Richfield (half way between the Akron Outpatient Clinic and the Parma Outpatient Clinic), the VA will determine which Contractor will be used. (b) Emergency transport requirements at the above stated facilities will be addressed by utilizing local 911 Emergency Services. (c) Should the VA determine that immediate transportation is essential to prevent loss of life or serious bodily harm, transportation, other services may be procured without referral to the Ambulance Contractor. However, in these rare cases, no charge shall be levied against the Contractor. (d) In order for beneficiaries to receive the best possible treatment, it is essential that the COR be notified as soon as possible by the Contractor in instances when it is known that the required services cannot be fulfilled by the Contractor or any of its hired subcontractors. This notice will enable the VA to secure the service elsewhere to meet the requirements. The minimum numbers of BLS capable Ambulance vehicles are outlined below: Hours Minimum number of ALS/BLS ambulances Remarks On site 24 hours/7 days week/365 days a year 0 Includes weekends and Federal Holidays 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM 5 Normal working hours , which is between the hours of 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday excluding Federal Holidays. 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM 0 Other than normal working hours , which is between the hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00AM, Monday through Friday and all day Saturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays. The bidding party shall submit documentation with its bid proving it has the minimum number of BLS and ALS capable ambulance vehicles. The VA does not guarantee that any of these estimated vehicle quantities or any percentage of these estimated quantities are sufficient to provide the required service at any point in time during the period of this contract. (e) In the event that all Contractor vehicles are utilized on service runs for this Medical Center and additional vehicles are needed, it is the Contractor s responsibility to arrange transportation through a subcontractor. If this circumstance were to arise, the Contractor will still bill the VA according to the details of this contract. In addition, the Contractor is required to notify the COR of this inability to provide the service and the Contractor shall pay any difference in costs. Failure to notify the VA may reflect upon the Contractor s ability to perform under this contract and may constitute sufficient cause for termination of the existing contract. (f) It is preferred that the awarded Contractor bill the Cleveland VA Medical Center by utilizing a secured means of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). When billing, the VA requires that each trip is disclosed with the individual cost, exact mileage utilized point of pick-up and point of drop-off, along with the date of transport and associated patient identification. 4. VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT: (a) Ambulance vehicles and equipment with which the Contractor renders all services must meet Federal and State of Ohio (or Equal) requirements for insurance, licensing, registration, and equipment and are to include, but not be limited to the following: An emergency safety kit. Portable oxygen unit(s). Fire suppression equipment. Appropriate road emergency warning equipment. Written emergency procedures. Protective clothing required for the protection of contractor employees, such as gowns, gloves, masks, etc. Approved system for patient and/or wheel chair securement devices and a tool designed for cutting securement straps in case of emergency. Safety requirements for seat belts and handling of motorized or electric wheelchair. Contractor must furnish shoulder/chest harness for double amputee patients when applicable. (b) BLS vehicles shall also provide an on-board EMT who can perform basic airway management, and provide IV KVO without additives. Contractor shall provide restraint and seclusion management when needed. (c) The Contractor shall not be permitted to borrow medical equipment from the Medical Center. The Contractor shall provide all medications required while in transport, sheets and blankets, and other equipment and supplies required for use while in transport. Contractor shall at no time and under any circumstances exchange supplies, equipment and/or medications with VA. The prices quoted by the Contractor shall be inclusive of consumables used in transport. Vehicles shall have equipment for critical patient care, which shall include, but not limited to, monitors, defibrillator with external pacemaker, intubation equipment, intravenous equipment, medications, patient compartment facilities, oxygen and suction system equipment including portable oxygen suction and accessories. Contractor shall be responsible for sharps disposal. (d) Contractor shall provide non-emergency vehicles with safe entry for non-ambulatory patients requiring BLS transportation. (e) All additional items such as first aid kits, flashlights, warning triangles, ice scrapers, blankets, etc. shall be secured and stored below the level of seat backs. (f) Dry chemical fire extinguishers shall be securely mounted in a bracket and readily accessible to the driver in an emergency. Extinguishers shall be serviced annually and bear a tag indicating the dates of all inspections. (g) Heater(s) are to be of sufficient capacity to maintain patient s warmth during winter months. All vehicles are to be air conditioned. Blowers must be operational. (h) VA reserves the right to inspect contractor's equipment and vehicles or require documentation of compliance with contract specifications, and State laws, rules, regulations and guidelines governing transport vehicles. VA inspections of Contractor facilities shall in no way constitute a warranty by VA that the Contractor's vehicles and equipment are properly maintained. VA reserves the right to restrict the Contractor s use of equipment and vehicles in need of repair, unclean, unsafe, damaged on the interior or exterior body, and not in compliance with contract requirements. The restriction of such equipment and vehicles shall not relieve the Contractor of performing in accordance with the strict intent and meaning of the contract. (i) Ambulance vehicles and equipment shall adhere to all requirements listed herein as well as those set forth by The Ohio Medical Transportation Board Administrative Code, Chapter 4766-2 Ambulance (See Attached). 5. STANDARDS FOR MAINTENANCE (a) Contractor shall maintain all vehicles in a clean and orderly condition, free from debris and any accumulations which may create an accident, injury, or fire hazard. (b) Contractor shall maintain vehicles in accordance with manufacturer s recommended maintenance schedule or an improved schedule based on actual vehicle operating conditions. (c) Contractor shall correct a deficiency that might interfere with safe operation of vehicle before vehicle is placed in service. (d) Contractor shall ensure vehicle windows and lights are kept clean at all times. (e) Contractor shall keep the interior of vehicles clean and in good repair. (f) Wheelchair lifts shall be maintained in conformance with operation/maintenance manual instructions provided by lift manufacturer. When a vehicle is serviced, the mechanic or service facility shall inspect, repair, or service the lift in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions. (g) Contractor shall maintain (and furnish upon request) procedures that outline preventive maintenance and/or repairs on each vehicle in an individual vehicle file and in chronological order, latest service on top. A statement from the Contractor indicating compliance of vehicle maintenance files is in place should be submitted at time of offer for evaluation purposes. Requested submission and verification of these documentation requirements will be a quality assurance procedure during the contract period. (h) Maintenance procedures shall adhere to all requirements listed herein as well as those set forth by The Ohio Medical Transportation Board Administrative Code, Chapter 4766-2 Ambulance (See Attached). 6. DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS: (a) In order to operate a special transportation service vehicle a driver must have no current medical condition that interferes with the ability to drive safely. A medical condition includes but is not limited to issues with vision, hearing and mental capacity. (b) It is the Contractor s responsibility to ensure that all employees servicing the VAMC contract obtain a physician s statement or the statement of a nurse practitioner certified by the American Nurses Association (or other professional nursing certifying organization having authority to certify registered nurses in advanced nursing practice) that the driver has no current medical condition that interferes with the driver s ability to drive safely. It shall be obtained before driving a special transportation service vehicle and kept on file. It shall be made available to the VA upon request. (c) Each driver shall be able to perform a vehicle safety inspection. Each driver and attendant, when a vehicle is staffed by both a driver and an attendant must be able to assist a passenger into and out of the vehicle and operate a wheelchair lift or ramp. (d) Each driver shall: Possess a driver s license that is valid for the class of vehicle driven and if required under Ohio Statutes (or other state Equal), evidence of a special transportation service vehicle permit or endorsement issued by the commissioner of public safety. Be at least 18 years of age and have not less than one year of experience as a licensed driver; and For the past three years: Have not had a driver s license canceled or suspended under Ohio Statutes, (or other state Equal); Have a driving record clear of convictions for operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle without insurance as required by Ohio Statutes, (or other state Equal); Have a driving record clear of convictions for driving a motor vehicle without a valid current license for the class of vehicle driven; and Have a driving and criminal record clear of convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance under Ohio Statutes (or other state Equal). Have a record clear of criminal convictions of crimes or pending criminal indictments against persons, and crimes or anticipatory crimes reasonably related to providing special transportation services. This must be documented by a formal background check. (e) Ambulance Drivers shall have a valid operator's or chauffeur's license, in accordance with Federal, State and local government requirements for their place of operation for the services they perform, be capable of administering oxygen and shall have successfully completed the Standard and Advanced First Aid Course of the American Red Cross or U.S. Bureaus of Mines or equivalent and be capable of providing necessary medical assistance to the attending medical care specialist. (f) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic Qualifications: EMT s and Paramedic s providing services under this contract shall hav...