What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Union City requests proposals from individuals or firms to serve as Medical Director for the Union City Emergency Medical Services. The appointed candidate will determine crew member competency, supervise basic life support services, oversee quality assurance, review automated external defibrillator utilization and treatment protocols, manage EMT training, and address patient care complaints. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. Eligible applicants must be physicians licensed by the State of New Jersey with significant experience supervising emergency ambulance services and EMTs. Submissions must include qualifications, at least four references, cost details with hourly rates or a not-to-exceed amount, ownership disclosures, and relevant state certifications. The buyer evaluates candidates on licensing, experience and references, and cost competitiveness. Proposers must submit one original and two copies on white 8 ½” x 11” paper to 3715 Palisade Avenue no later than 1:15 pm on November 20, 2026.
Scope of work
- Determining competency of all crew members performing Basic Life Support Service
- Supervising Basic Life Support services efficiently and effectively
- Providing medical quality assurance oversight regarding administration of BLS services
- Reviewing AED utilization, interpreting treatment protocols, and reviewing documentation standards
- Overseeing training and continuing education for all EMTs in City EMS
- Addressing patient care complaints regarding services rendered by EMTs
- Making recommendations for improving EMS services to the EMS Department
- Reviewing EMS Standard Operating Procedures on a periodic basis
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Physician licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the task in a timely fashion, including staffing and familiarity with the subject matter | Not specified |
| Cost competitiveness | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Licensed physician in the State of New Jersey (proposer or employee)
- Physician licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine
- Maintain a physical office in the State of New Jersey
- Significant experience in supervising emergency ambulance services
- Experience related to the supervision of EMTs
- Business registration with the New Jersey Division of Taxation (P.L. 2004, C.57)
- Compliance with Section 4-78C of the City Code establishing duties of Medical Director
Documents to include with your response
- Description of proposer's education, experience, qualifications, and relevant licenses and certifications
- At least four (4) references, three (3) of which must have knowledge of service to a public entity
- Examples of record of success servicing public or private entities
- Cost details including hourly rates, time estimates, expenses, and total cost or not to exceed amount
- Statement of ownership disclosure (c.52:25-24.2)
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Business Registration Certificate
- Statement certifying no prior or pending ethics complaints against proposer or company
- Proof of Affirmative Action compliance (Letter of Federal Approval, Certificate of Employee Information Report, or Form AA-302)
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit one original and two (2) copies on white 8 1/2" x 11" paper to Hilda I. Rosario, City Clerk, City of Union City, 3715 Palisade Avenue, Union City, New Jersey 07087. Proposals will be publicly opened at 1:15 pm.