When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 2, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $10,000 – $50,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by County of Merced. The work is located in Merced, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Physician-led EMS medical direction practice or healthcare organization. Experience overseeing countywide or regional prehospital emergency medical services. Qualified emergency medicine or EMS physician leadership. Expertise in clinical protocols, EMS personnel oversight, specialty-care programs, and quality improvement. Established ability to collaborate with public-sector EMS agencies and advisory bodies.

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Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Merced, California, United StatesPosted: October 6, 2026Deadline: November 2, 2026

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SUMMARY

Merced County seeks EMS medical director services to provide physician-level clinical oversight, protocol review, personnel supervision, and quality improvement support for its countywide prehospital emergency medical services system.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid license as a physician with the ability to practice in the State of California
Must have at least two years of experience in emergency medicine practice including trauma, stroke and STEMI services
Must have active or recent work as an emergency department physician within the last five years
Must have at least one year of experience in an administrative staff capacity in emergency medical services program management
Must have two years of experience working with multi-disciplinary committees
Must be board certified in Emergency Medicine
Must be a member of the California Medical Association, American College of Emergency Physicians, and/or National Association of EMS Physicians
Must commit ten hours per month to the EMS agency
Must maintain a Merced County Business License

BUDGET

Estimate

$10,000 – $50,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

The contract start date is October 1st, 2027, with a three-year initial term and two-year extensions on mutual consent.

Issuing Agency

County of Merced

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Merced County, California, is seeking a qualified physician or medical services provider to deliver Emergency Medical Services (EMS) medical director services for the county’s prehospital emergency medical services system.

The medical director will provide physician-level medical direction and clinical oversight, including review and approval of clinical policies and treatment protocols, oversight of EMS personnel and specialty-care programs, participation in EMS advisory and quality improvement activities, and medical direction related to the delivery and evaluation of emergency medical services throughout the county. Questions must be submitted by October 19, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 2, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $10,000 – $50,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by County of Merced. The work is located in Merced, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Physician-led EMS medical direction practice or healthcare organization
Experience overseeing countywide or regional prehospital emergency medical services
Qualified emergency medicine or EMS physician leadership
Expertise in clinical protocols, EMS personnel oversight, specialty-care programs, and quality improvement
Established ability to collaborate with public-sector EMS agencies and advisory bodies

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