EFC - Designated Examiner Svcs

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is seeking an exemption from competition for the purchase of Designated Examiner Services. The department is looking to contract with all qualified and available vendors for these specialized mental health evaluation procedures. The exemption is requested due to the impracticality of competitive solicitation for this ongoing service need. The department currently maintains approximately 18 contracts for this service and is looking to expand the pool of vendors to more effectively meet the needs of the department and the clients it serves. Key points to consider: • The services are provided by licensed practitioners. • A set rate will eliminate the need for price competition, ensuring that the department obtains high-quality services. • The exemption is requested under IDAPA 38.05.01.042.05, which allows the administrator to exempt an acquisition from competitive procurement if it is determined that bidding is impractical, disadvantageous, or unreasonable under the circumstances. • The anticipated total cost of the exemption is $6,523,886.00.