Bid guide
How to bid on Child Welfare Technology Modernization Solutions and Services for HHS
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), is looking for information on innovative technology and services. This is for modernizing child welfare systems used by states, territories, and tribal agencies. They want to understand what solutions are available to help these agencies explore, plan, implement, and maintain their child welfare technology.
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a direct contract opportunity. The information gathered will be used to create a market research catalog. This catalog will help agencies understand available options and identify vendor capabilities. It is not a purchasing vehicle or an approved-vendor list, but it offers a chance to showcase your firm's expertise to a federal agency and potential state, territory, and tribal clients.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on August 05, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response and any questions is August 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All submissions must be made through the designated online forms.
After the deadline, the agency will no longer accept responses or questions. The information received will then be used by ACF to compile their market research catalog.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFI is suitable for technology firms that offer innovative, modular, and interoperable solutions relevant to child welfare systems. This includes services for exploring, planning, implementing, and maintaining such systems. Firms with expertise in healthcare technology, particularly those with experience in state, territory, or tribal government solutions, would find this relevant.
If your company provides software, platforms, or consulting services that can modernize child welfare technology, this is an opportunity to inform the federal government about your capabilities.
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click on “View original source”. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
All responses and questions must be submitted through the specific online forms provided within the solicitation. Do not attempt to submit information through other channels.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly articulating your firm's capabilities, services, and unique innovations. Since this RFI emphasizes modularity and interoperability, highlight how your solutions meet these criteria. Provide concrete examples of how your technology can assist in modernizing child welfare systems.
Ensure your response directly addresses the agency's stated interest in understanding the vendor landscape, including implementation approaches. Even though this is not a procurement, a well-structured and informative response can position your company favorably for future opportunities.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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