ROSWELL NEW MEXICO
AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Item No. 3.
Regular City Council Meeting - AMENDED
- Meeting Date:
- 05/14/2026
COMMITTEE:
Legal
CONTACT:
C. Josh Nairn-Mahan
CHAIR:
Will Cavin
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approval of a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Roswell Fire Department and Public Consulting Group, LLC to provide consulting services for the Ambulance Supplemental Payment Program (ASPP), including cost reporting, program development, and support to obtain Medicaid supplemental reimbursements. (Cavin/Bunch)
BACKGROUND:
Initiated by: Randy Bunch
The Roswell Fire Department will provide emergency medical transport services, a portion of which may qualify for supplemental Medicaid reimbursement through the Ambulance Supplemental Payment Program (ASPP). The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) allow states to establish alternative payment methodologies to support eligible providers.
Public Consulting Group, LLC has specialized expertise in assisting public agencies with cost reporting, program development, and compliance required to participate in ASPP. The City seeks to engage PCG to support the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of the ASPP, including preparation of required documentation and coordination with state and federal agencies. (Bunch)
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with approval of this item. Services will be compensated on a contingency basis as a percentage of Medicaid supplemental reimbursements received by the City.
LEGAL REVIEW:
Legal Department has reviewed this contract agreement.
BOARD AND COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Legal Committee recommended approval 5-0 at its meeting on April 23, 2026, to be placed on the Consent Agenda.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Proceed as presented.