Medical Second Opinion Services Bridge
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Labor (DOL), on behalf of its Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP), Division of Federal Employees’ Compensation (DFEC), intends to award a Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to QTC Medical Services Inc. for Medical Second Opinion and Examination Services (SECOPs). This bridge contract is deemed mission-critical for the adjudication of Workers’ Compensation claims. Interested parties may express interest by March 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Medical Second Opinion and Examination Services (SECOPs) for claimants covered by the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) within the United States and its Territories. These services are essential for OWCP's statutory obligations and support the DFEC in processing claims, determining eligibility, managing established claims, and processing payments for medical and vocational rehabilitation services. The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is explicitly excluded from this requirement; only the DFEC is participating.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Intended Awardee: QTC Medical Services Inc.
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1(b) – One responsible source
- Period of Performance: One (1) 12-month base period and two (2) six-month option periods, commencing March 28, 2026.
- NAICS: 621111 (Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Services) with a $16,000,000 size standard.
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM (EST)
Additional Notes
This notice is an intent to award a Sole Source contract and is not a request for competitive quotes. There will be no solicitation available for competitive quotes, and phone calls will not be accepted. Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement to Emily Bear (bear.emily.e@dol.gov) by the due date. A determination not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion.