Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to provide home oxygen and ventilator services to veteran beneficiaries serviced by the Augusta VA Healthcare System. The contract will be for a period of five years, with a maximum contract value of $16,000,000. The contractor will be responsible for setting up, installing, and managing home oxygen services, including equipment maintenance and patient education. The contractor must have a facility or resources physically located in the geographic area in which they shall provide service.
Some key points to note are:
* The contractor shall provide setup, installation, and management of home oxygen services and ventilation in accordance with Joint Commission standards.
* The contractor shall perform an assessment of the patient's home and environment in accordance with Joint Commission accreditation standards for Homecare.
* The contractor shall provide education to each patient at the time of setup and every six months thereafter.
* The contractor shall maintain a telephone number for emergency purposes and provide emergency services on a 24-hour basis.
* The contractor shall remove equipment from the patient's residence at the earliest possible time but no later than five business days after notification of discontinuation of service.