Central Medical Emergency Direction System Evaluation and Strategic Planning

Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Marlborough, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted about 2 months agoDeadline: April 13th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a vendor to evaluate Massachusetts' Central Medical Emergency Direction (CMED) system and develop a future strategic plan for EMS communications.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Provide input on the future role of the Central Medical Emergency Direction (CMED) system
Respondents should be users of the CMED system including licensed Ambulance Services, Appropriate Health Care Facilities, and CMED operators
Respondents may also include certified EMS Personnel, Regional EMS Councils, radio/communications technical experts, Massachusetts municipalities or municipal organizations, and the general public
Provide information and comments on efficacy, structure, roles, relevance, funding, technical components, and financial components of the current CMED system
Submit a typewritten response
Include respondent's name, organization (if applicable), address, telephone number, e-mail address, and affiliation or interest
Submit responses via email to [email protected]
Use the email subject line 'CMED System RFI Response'

BUDGET

Estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

TIMELINE

March 13th, 2026: RFI Date

April 13th, 2026: RFI Response Deadline

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 13th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Massachusetts Department Of Public Health Bureau Of Health Care Safety And Quality

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DESCRIPTION

The project seeks a qualified vendor to evaluate the Central Medical Emergency Direction (CMED) system and develop a strategic plan for its future. The scope includes a comprehensive assessment of the CMED system's efficacy, structure, roles, relevance, funding, and both technical and financial components, as they pertain to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) communications.

The selected vendor will provide analysis and recommendations on Online Medical Control, Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) patient destination coordination, resource distribution, and other key areas influencing EMS to hospital communication and coordination. The engagement will actively seek input from certified EMS personnel, licensed ambulance services, healthcare facilities, CMED operators, Regional EMS Councils, communications technical experts, municipalities, and the public to ensure a well-rounded evaluation. The plan will guide future improvements as part of the broader EMS Communications Plan.

The vendor will also be responsible for gathering information and commentary from relevant stakeholders and providing expertise on radio and communications technology as it relates to the current and future use of the CMED system.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.