Opportunity
Nebraska Purchasing Bureau #125999 O3
Nebraska DHHS Solicits Olmstead Plan Evaluation Services
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 27, 2026
Identifier
125999 O3
NAICS
541720
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a qualified vendor to evaluate the Nebraska Olmstead Plan through a comprehensive two-year service contract. - Government Buyer: - Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), State of Nebraska - Procurement contact: Angellica Shasteen, Procurement Contract Officer - Scope of Services: - Conduct a thorough evaluation of the Nebraska Olmstead Plan using both quantitative and qualitative methods - Perform stakeholder interviews and focus groups to assess engagement and gather feedback - Assess the quality and implementation of strategic plan objectives - Provide technical assistance for plan revisions and identify systemic issues - Develop and deliver an evaluation plan, draft and final evaluation reports, and communication materials for various audiences - Facilitate meetings with stakeholders and support inter-agency collaboration - Deliverables: - Evaluation plan - Evaluation reports (draft and final) - Communication plan and materials - Recommendations for plan revisions - Contract Details: - Two-year contract term commencing upon execution - No option to renew, but possible extension if mutually agreed - No specific OEMs or commercial product vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers with experience in state plan evaluation and continuous quality improvement processes.
Description
The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is soliciting proposals for a service contract to select a qualified bidder to provide a Nebraska Olmstead Plan Evaluation. The contract term is two years with no option to renew, but DHHS may extend the contract period if mutually agreed. The evaluation includes assessing state Olmstead plans using quantitative and qualitative methods, evaluating partnerships, strategic plan objectives, and producing evaluation reports. The solicitation also involves providing technical assistance for plan revisions and identifying systemic issues for inter-agency solutions.