# Illinois BidBuy #27-444DHS-PROCU-B-54299

Illinois DHS Seeks Medical Director Services for Choate Developmental Center

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Respond By:** October 13, 2026
**Identifier:** 27-444DHS-PROCU-B-54299
**NAICS:** 621112

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Developmental Disabilities, is seeking a qualified Medical Director for the Choate Developmental Center in Anna, Illinois.
- Government Buyer:
  - Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Developmental Disabilities, Choate Center
- Services Requested:
  - Full-time Medical Director services for the Choate Center
  - Responsibilities include:
    - Supervision of medical staff and mid-level providers
    - Oversight of clinical care quality and treatment regimens
    - Policy development and compliance with Joint Commission and IDPH certifications
    - Coverage for the I/DD Forensics 40-bed unit and, initially, the DBHR 75-bed units (which are being phased out)
    - Occasional direct patient caseload
    - Attendance at meetings and administrative duties
- Key Requirements:
  - Must be an Illinois-licensed physician with board certification in Psychiatry
  - Minimum three years of substantive medical administrative experience
  - Independent contractor responsible for own malpractice insurance, transportation, lodging, and healthcare coverage (all costs included in hourly rate)
  - Mandatory resume submission, background checks, and compliance with confidentiality and infection control policies
- Contract Structure:
  - All-inclusive hourly rate
  - Estimated 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday
  - Initial term through June 30, 2029, with two one-year renewal options (maximum term not to exceed ten years)
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services solicitation
- Not a small business set-aside; BEP/VBP participation not required

### Description

The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Medical Director for the Choate Center located at 1000 North Main Street, Anna, IL 62906. The Medical Director will provide full-time services including coverage for the I/DD Forensics 40 bed unit and the DBHR 75 bed units, with the latter expected to be phased out by March 2027. The contractor must be a board-certified Psychiatrist and will assist in maintaining certifications from the Joint Commission and IDPH. Responsibilities include supervision of mid-level providers, oversight of patient care, attending meetings, and carrying a small caseload as needed. Work hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with an all-inclusive hourly rate covering malpractice insurance.

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