37th Contracting Squadron, 1655 Selfridge Avenue, Lackland AFB, TX 78236-5253

Q -- CLINICAL BONE DENSITOMETRY TECHNICIAN DUE 052998 POC Johnie Johnson, Voice (210)671-1764, Fax (210)671-1199 E-MAIL: CLICK HERE TO CONTACT THE CONTRACTING OFFICER, johnsonjo@lakgate1.lak.aetc.af.mil. This is a Sources Sought Notice (not a presolicitation notice pursuant to FAR Part 5) to identify sources that can perform bone density scans and body composition utilizing a Lunar DPX Model 0126DP bone density machine. Results will be used to aide physicians in the management of patients with bone disorders and provide body composition data for research protocols. The 37th Contracting Squadron (37 CONS), Lackland AFB, Texas anticipates a requirement for a clinical bone densitometry technician. Operator must be capable of meeting the Texas Department of Health (TDH), Medical Radiologic Technology Program Professional Licensing and Certification Qualifications. A person performing bone densitometry must meet at least one of the following qualifications: (a) be a practitioner, medical radiologic technologist (MRT), or limited medical radiologic technologist (LMRT); (b) be an RN who has completed the mandatory training for non-certified persons or the alternative training requirements for RNs adopted by TDH, and be registered with the Board of Nurse Examiners (BNE) if an RN; (c) have completed the mandatory training for non-certified persons adopted by TDH and be registered with the Board of Medical Examiners (BME) as a radiologic technician; (d) have completed the mandatory training for non-certified persons adopted by TDH and perform the procedures in a JCAHO-accredited or Medicare-certified hospital; or (e). perform the procedures in a hospital, federally qualified health center or for a practitioner to whom a hardship exemption was granted by TDH within the previous year. The operator must have completed at least 20 hours of training specific to the equipment used and relating to radiation safety and protection. For more information about operator qualifications or hardship exemptions, please contact the MRT Program by phone at (512)834-6617 or by email at mrt@licc.rdh.state.tx.us. This requirement would include but not be limited to the following tasks: (1) Receive consults and book appointments. (2) Maintain patient information folders and patient testing files. (3) Interview patients in order to complete Bone Mineral Metabolism Patient Questionnaire and counsel patient to prepare them for the test according to written guidelines. (4) Prepare bone densitometry machine for tests including the archive of data before and after testing sessions. (5) Perform bone densitometry testing as per consults request and standard guidelines. Properly position patients for scanning. Expected to do BMD studies on at least five patients per day (unless Government consults fall short and/or if patients fail to make their appointments). (6) Analyze scans for body areas as per protocol. (7) Print out data and provide bone densitometry supervisor or the supervisor's designee with patient record to include all requisite forms and data. (8) Enter clinical data into electronic (computerized) data base and provides monthly summary of that month's activity. (9) Attend monthly osteoporosis meetings. (10) Attend quarterly continuing education updates on bone density; and (11) Attend yearly emergency response training. This survey is to determine the capability of potential sources and the availability of commercial sources and services pursuant to FAR Part 10. This notice is for information purposes only and does not constitute an Invitation for Bid or Request for Proposal, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not reimburse contractors for any cost incurred for their participation in this survey. Large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this survey. Interested sources should submit responses to Johnie Johnson, 37 CONS/LGCX, 1655 Selfridge Blvd., Suite 204, Lackland AFB TX 78236-5253. Request should contain Company Name, Address, Point of Contact, Cage Code, Phone Number, FAX Number, Size of Business Pursuant to SIC Code 8099 (size standard $5 million), abbreviated credentials/resumes, and a statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned. Responses may besubmitted in electronic form or writing, but must be received no later than 29 May 98. Email address is johnsonjo@ lakgate1.lak.aetc.af.mil. (0111)

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