DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Department of Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation and Services for the Blind Division, Disability Determination Branch, is soliciting proposals from internists, psychiatrists, orthopedists, physiatrists and psychologist to perform examinations on claimants who have applied for Social Security and Supplemental Security disability benefits. The examinations are to be performed at the office of the consultant. Services are needed statewide. Maximum payment for a single medical examination is $149.76, inclusive of all taxes. Maximum payment for a personality assessment or intelligence assessment is $149.76, inclusive of all taxes. Maximum payment for a complete psychological examination is $299.52, inclusive of all taxes.

Applicants must be State licensed and not currently excluded, suspended, or otherwise barred from participation in any Federal programs or State programs. A copy of the Request for Proposal which defines the general terms and conditions may be obtained by contacting George Yamashiro, Professional Relations Officer, by telephone Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at (808) 973-2244 extension 265 from Oahu or at 1-800-362-1526, extension 265 from the neighbor islands. Proposals must be received no later than 4:00 pm on April 5, 2006 at the Disability Determination Branch.

Lillian B. Koller, Esq.
Director of Human Services
(SB03509006 3/6/06)