Opportunity
University Of Maine Maineuniversity #2026-076
Skills Training Program for Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Students – University of Maine System
Posted
April 02, 2026
Respond By
April 17, 2026
Identifier
2026-076
NAICS
611519
The University of Maine System is seeking a clinical education partner to deliver a comprehensive skills training program for Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) students across all campuses. - Government Buyer: - University of Maine System - Sub-agency: University of Southern Maine - Office: Office of Strategic Procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Skills Training Program for AGACNP students - Hands-on instruction, simulation, and supervised practice - Critical care procedures covered include: - Ultrasound-guided radial arterial line and central venous catheter insertions - Chest tube insertion - Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV placement - Lumbar puncture - Airway management (direct and video-assisted laryngoscopy for endotracheal intubation) - Suturing, hand tying, local anesthetic infiltration, field nerve blocks - Sterile technique (surgical scrub, gowning, gloving, prepping, draping) - Chest X-ray interpretation - Rapid sequence intubation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Training must include biannual travel to the University of Southern Maine Portland campus - Program must be available system-wide under the same terms and conditions - Encourages participation from diverse businesses (LGBTQ+BE, MBE, SDVBE, SBE, VBE, WBE, etc.) - Governed by the University of Maine System Master Agreement, with requirements for confidentiality and compliance with Maine's Freedom of Access Act - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The University of Maine System is soliciting qualifications for a Skills Training Program for Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Students. The program aims to provide comprehensive procedural and diagnostic skills training to Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) students through hands-on instruction, simulation, and supervised practice. The solicitation covers all campuses within the University of Maine System, ensuring consistent access and terms. The contract will be governed by the University of Maine System Master Agreement and includes provisions to support diverse business participation.