USMS Medical Direction and Oversight

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide medical oversight, physician-directed provider certifications, and ongoing operational and training support to the USMS Special Operations Group (SOG) Medic Program.

• Provide medical program oversight for approximately twenty-five (25) SOG Operator Medics.

• Offer physician licensure and authorization for SOG Medics to carry approximately 30 medications (over-the-counter to prescription, including controlled substances).

• Provide a minimum of 40 hours of annual training in tactical and operational medicine, adhering to TCCC/TECC guidelines and NREMT certifications, including simulations and clinical rotations.

• Offer off-line medical direction and program administration (minimum 100 hours/year).

• Provide two (2) Emergency Medicine Physicians on-site for the first five (5) days of all SOG Selection courses for medical pre-screening.

• Provide expert physician consultation for the SOG Medic electronic patient care record and reporting system.

• Develop, maintain, and oversee operational medical treatment protocols for SOG Medics.

• Operate a dedicated, hospital-based medical communications center staffed 24/7 for emergency consultations.

• Provide 24/7 emergency medicine physician consultation for SOG Medics.

• Conduct one (1) 40-hour EMT refresher class annually meeting NREMT requirements.

• Provide clinical training for SOG Medics at a Level 1 trauma center academic medical center.

• Provide deployable Emergency Medicine Physicians for remote or high-threat operations and training events.

• Provide ad hoc reports as requested.

• Attend 6-8 meetings per year for planning and protocol review.

• 100% oversight required for Medical Program Oversight.

• 100% required for physician licensure and authorization to carry prescription medications.

• Minimum 40 hours of training per year.

• 100% required for emergency medicine physicians for SOG Courses.

• 24/7 availability for emergency medicine support.

• 100% required for EMT refresher class.

• 100% required for deployable emergency medicine physicians.

• 95% required for attendance at planning meetings.

• Zero Deviation Authorized for most requirements.

• Period of Performance (POP): One (1) base period of 12 months, four (4) 12-month optional periods, and one (1) not-to-exceed 6-month extension.

• Base Year: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027.

• Option Years: July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2031.

• FAR 52.217-8 Extension: July 1, 2031 - December 31, 2031.

• Place of Performance: Majority of services at Contractor's location or various SOG locations. Training may occur at alternate locations.

• Contractor must be a university-affiliated academic medical center with a Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center, stroke center, cardiac intervention center, eye trauma center, and EMS base station.

• Contractor must have faculty physicians and medical staff proficient in tactical emergency medicine, EMS, disaster medicine, and mass gathering/event medicine.

• Demonstrated longitudinal track record of practical experience in tactical medicine under a formal Special Operations program.

• Documented recent research publication (previous 24 months) specific to tactical medicine.

• Actively engaged in subspecialty training of emergency physicians in tactical medicine through advanced fellowship programs.

• Located within 50 miles of SOG's Washington, DC or Tomball, TX locations.

• Minimum of twenty (20) years of formal documented work experience in tactical emergency medicine, with a focus on law enforcement support.

• Contractor must manage contract under a clinical practice oversight entity, not research administration.

• Malpractice insurance and sufficient medical insurance required.

• Recommended: NIJ certified Level IIIA+ bulletproof vest and ballistic helmet for medical personnel.

• Physicians must meet specific requirements including background investigation, medical license, board certification (or eligibility) in emergency medicine, proficiency in ultrasounds, active research in tactical medicine (published within 10 years), and proficiency in tactical emergency medicine field practice.

• Key Personnel: A Medical Director must be designated, and their resume will be an evaluation factor.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures.

• Contractor must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan (QCP).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, specifically for medical program oversight for approximately twenty-five (25) Special Operations Group (SOG) medics. The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. The government anticipates awarding a contract based on the best value to the Government.

• Medical program oversight services for SOG medics.

• Services to be performed in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Contract type: Not specified, but implies a commercial services contract.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but the PWS will contain details.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Deadline: All questions must be submitted no later than 4:00 PM EST on 08 June 2026. Offers/quotes must be submitted no later than 4:00 PM EST on 11 June 2026.

• Submission Format: Use the included Quote Submission Form for pricing. Technical capability and past performance submissions are also required.

• Evaluation Factors:

  1. Technical Capability (most important)
  2. Past Performance
  3. Price (least important)

• Evaluation Approach: The government will conduct a comparative assessment of quotations against the evaluation factors. The best-suited offer will be selected based on best value.

• This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.

• All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• NAICS Code: 622110 - General Medical and Surgical Hospitals, with a size standard of $47,000,000.

• Potential Offerors are strongly encouraged to review all information prior to submission.

• Failure to submit required information may render the quotation ineligible.

• The government reserves the right to communicate with only the apparently successful offeror to finalize an award.

• The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing submittal sheet for "SOG Medical Direction and Oversight." Bidders are expected to use this form to provide their pricing for the services outlined.

• Services: Medical Direction and Oversight.
• Period of Performance: Includes a Base Year (7/01/2026 - 6/30/2027) and four Option Years (7/01/2027 - 6/30/2031), plus a FAR 52.217-8 period (7/01/2031 - 12/31/2031).
• Quantity: 12 units for each full year and 6 units for the FAR 52.217-8 period.
• Pricing Fields: Columns for Unit Price and Total Price are provided for each period.
• Quote Total: A field to sum the total quote amount.

This sheet is critical for bidders to detail their proposed costs for providing Medical Direction and Oversight services over the potential contract period. Accurate completion and submission of this pricing information are necessary for proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the minimum requirements for the "Key Personnel" Medical Director position, which is an evaluation criterion for this opportunity. A resume must be provided for this role.

• A valid state medical license.
• Valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license and ability to procure controlled substance medications for official use.
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine (American Board of Emergency Medicine).
• Active clinical practice in an acute care hospital-based emergency department with current knowledge of emergency care.
• Minimum of 10 years of medical director experience overseeing a federal law enforcement tactical medicine program.
• Formal experience in EMS training and education, including development and delivery of continuing education/certification/re-certification for tactical medicine providers.
• Formal experience in managing quality assurance processes in tactical medicine.
• Peer-reviewed journal publications in tactical and operational medicine.
• Experience in national leadership of tactical medical organizations.
• Current Top Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Potential bidders must ensure they can meet or provide personnel who meet all listed minimum requirements for the Medical Director position. This document directly impacts staffing and personnel qualifications for the opportunity.