Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Community Health Workers/Representatives Training Enhancement, Evaluation, and Dissemination
Overview
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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 Indian Health Service (IHS) intends to award a sole source contract to Johns Hopkins University for the Community Health Workers/Representatives (CHW/CHR) Training Enhancement, Evaluation, and Dissemination project. This effort involves tailoring an existing training program to create, evaluate, and disseminate a CHW/CHR-specific module. Responses from interested parties are due by June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires tailoring an existing healthcare provider training program, previously developed by Johns Hopkins University, to specifically address the needs of CHW/CHRs. This includes developing a training module focused on immunization education, communication, and safety. The scope also covers the evaluation and dissemination of this new CHW/CHR-specific training module.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (under RFO 6.103-1)
- Intended Source: Johns Hopkins University
- Duration: Approximately twelve (12) months from the date of award
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 26, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement. Responses received within fifteen (15) days of the notice issuance will be considered by the Government solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an obligation to issue a contract. The Government is not obligated to acknowledge receipt of information or provide feedback to respondents. All responses must be emailed to the Contract Specialist, Cynthia Cason, at cynthia.cason@ihs.gov.