Request for Proposal (RFP) for Firefighter Health Cancer Screenings (HB198)

The City of Beaumont is seeking a qualified healthcare provider to conduct annual occupational cancer screenings for its firefighters. The selected provider will be responsible for performing a range of medical tests, including ultrasound imaging, cancer screenings, and blood tests. The provider must have experience in providing occupational health services, particularly for firefighters, and must be familiar with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Texas House Bill 198. The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to renew for two additional years. The City requires the provider to have a written implementation plan, to be responsible for scheduling appointments, and to provide a detailed pricing structure. • Key services to be provided include: • Occupational cancer screenings • Ultrasound imaging • Cancer screenings (e.g. colon, prostate, lung, cervical, testicular, bladder, oral, thyroid, skin) • Blood tests • Urinalysis • Pulmonary function tests • Electrocardiograms • Infectious disease screenings • Medical consultations • The provider must have a team of qualified medical professionals, including physicians and nurses, and must have experience in providing services to firefighters. • The provider must also have a system in place for reporting and managing test results, and must be able to provide timely and accurate reporting to the City.