Contract Transfer: National Interim Management (NIM) for the Early Head Start (EHS) and Head Start (HS) Program
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a Special Notice regarding the administrative transfer of the National Interim Management (NIM) for the Early Head Start (EHS) and Head Start (HS) Program contract. This contract, originally awarded to Community Development Institute by the Department of the Interior (DOI), is being transferred to HHS, effective May 14, 2026. This is an administrative action and does not alter the contract's fundamental terms or scope.
Scope of Change
This notice clarifies that the transfer is purely administrative. All original terms and conditions of the contract remain unchanged, including:
- Ultimate Contract Value
- Period of Performance
- Scope of Work
- Deliverables
- Any other contractual obligations
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Contract Transfer)
- Original Contract Number (DOI): GS10F0183R/140D0422F0321
- New Contract Number (HHS): GS10F0183R/7571MN26F80046
- Effective Date of Transfer: May 14, 2026
- Published: May 14, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Place of Performance: Denver, CO, United States
Additional Notes
This special notice serves to inform industry of the administrative transfer of an existing contract. It is explicitly stated that this transfer does not introduce any changes to the scope of work, deliverables, or any other contractual obligations, ensuring continuity for the National Interim Management program.