Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000025936

The State of Louisiana is seeking bids for a statewide contract to provide Temporary Nursing Services to various state agencies and facilities. - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana, Office of State Procurement - Services Requested: - Temporary Nursing Services for: - Registered Nurses (RN) - Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) - Staff must: - Hold active Louisiana licensure/certification - Have at least 3 years of professional experience and 1 year in a hospital, clinic, or psychiatric setting - Pass Louisiana State Police background checks and credential verification - Complete up to 48 hours of facility-specific orientation (billable) - Be provided within 24 hours of request - Maintain consistent staffing unless removal is requested - Contract Details: - Initial term of 12 months, with two optional 12-month extensions (up to 36 months total) - Pricing to be submitted for hourly rates by role and shift (weekdays, weekends, holidays, orientation, overtime) - Award on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; additional awards possible within 30% of lowest cost - Requirements: - Bidders must hold an active Louisiana Nurse Staffing Agency license and provide proof - Staff must meet minimum experience and orientation requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified nurse staffing agencies

This solicitation is a rebid for Temporary Nursing Services across the State of Louisiana. It seeks qualified Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to provide supplemental nursing staff to meet clinical needs, cover absenteeism, and fill vacant positions. The contract is for a 12-month period with possible extensions, requiring compliance with licensing, background checks, and facility-specific orientation. Bidders must submit pricing on the provided price sheet and comply with all terms and conditions outlined in the attachments.