Beaufort County Detention Center Medical Contract

The Beaufort County Detention Center is seeking a qualified healthcare provider to establish and operate a comprehensive on-site medical, dental, and mental health services program. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering a full continuum of care, including 24/7 medical and nursing services, physician oversight, intake screenings, chronic disease management, emergency response, medication administration, dental care, mental health assessments, counseling, and coordination of off-site specialty and hospital services. The contractor will also supply and maintain all necessary equipment, pharmaceuticals, and medical supplies, while ensuring proper documentation within the facility’s electronic medical record system. • The contractor must comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards, including those set by the South Carolina Department of Corrections, NCCHC, and ACA. • The contractor must provide a detailed staffing plan, quality assurance and performance monitoring framework, cost management and reporting procedures, and compliance and accreditation strategies. • The contractor must also identify any exceptions or proposed enhancements to the scope of work. • The contract will be for a period of at least 1 year, with the option to renew. • The contractor must provide monthly performance and utilization reports to jail administration. • The contractor must facilitate independent reviews and participate in monthly/quarterly evaluation meetings.