Independent Medical Disability Evaluation Services

2026-11-03

PROJECT OVERVIEW The City of Lincoln hereinafter called Owner is requesting proposals for Independent Medical Disability Evaluation Services for disability pension applicants . The Owner intends to select a Contractor based on the evaluation criteria outlined herein which will accomplish the objectives of the project while incorporating innovative and cost - effective methods . The successful contractor ( s ) will be responsible for remaining on established schedules for all services rendered to meet the proposed schedule for the project deliverable ( s ). PROJECT INFORMATION Proposers are to review this section , prepare and submit a “ Technical Proposal ” outlining their approach to providing Independent Medical Disability Evaluation Services for the City of Lincoln . Responses must correspond with items A . through E . listed below . A . PROJECT ENVIRONMENT AND REQUIREMENTS 1 . SCOPE OF WORK The City of Lincoln Human Resources Department , Risk Management Division seeks a qualified contractor to provide independent medical disability evaluation services for disability pension applicants . The Contractor shall review medical documentation , coordinate independent medical examinations when necessary , and provide written medical opinions regarding whether an applicant is permanently incapacitated from performing the essential duties of their position . Services may include : medical record review independent medical examinations specialty physician consultations written medical opinion reports expert testimony if requested Services will be requested on an as - needed basis . 2 . PROJECT ENVIRONMENT The City administers disability pension benefits for eligible public safety employees . Determining eligibility for disability retirement requires independent medical evaluation and professional medical opinions regarding the applicant ’ s ability to perform the essential duties of their position . Based on recent experience , the City anticipates fewer than ten disability pension evaluation cases annually . In calendar year 2025 the City received six disability pension applications . The selected Contractor must be able to provide independent medical review services in a timely and professional manner . 3 . PROJECT REQUIREMENTS The Contractor must be capable of performing the following functions : • review medical records and supporting documentation • coordinate independent medical examinations with qualified physicians • prepare written medical opinion reports • maintain confidentiality of all medical and employment records • provide services in compliance with applicable privacy laws including HIPAA 4 . BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS The successful Contractor must provide reliable access to qualified physicians capable of evaluating a wide range of medical conditions relevant to disability pension determinations . The Contractor must maintain professional independence and ensure that physicians performing evaluations have not previously treated the applicant for the condition being evaluated unless approved by the City .

Nebraska

2026-04-29