Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Provide comprehensive primary care, gynecology and reproductive health services, preventative and urgent care services, and psychiatric services for medication management to meet the needs of students while the University is in regular academic session and other designated times students are required to be on campus. 2. The Contractor should provide all office furnishings and medical equipment necessary to operate a present-day health clinic. 3. Be knowledgeable of current issues that affect students on a college campus (sexually transmitted infections, reproductive health, substance abuse, mental health etc.). 4. Minimize student out-of-pocket costs for services, tests, and medications. 5. Minimal additional charges may be added to specific services that were noted or negotiated. 6. The services provided shall meet the standards of care stipulated by the American College Health Association [ Home | American College Health Association (ACHA)] as outlined in their General Statement of Ethical Principles and Guidelines: http://www.acha.org/documents/resources/guidelines/ACHA_General_Statement_Ethical_Principles_May 2010.pdf. The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health care as defined by their standards published in the Accreditation Handbook for Ambulatory Health Care (www.aaahc.org) should be a benchmark guide for provided services. 7. Provide efficient patient clinical services to minimize patient wait time. 8. Maintain all licensures, insurance and permits to operate and provide medical services in the Commonwealth of Virginia. 9. Comply with all regulations set forth by recognized governmental agencies and Virginia state law.
