Bid guide
How to bid on Respite Services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) for the Mississippi Department of Health
What the agency is buying
The Mississippi State Department of Health is looking for service providers to offer respite care for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) and their families. This service provides temporary relief for caregivers.
The services should be family-centered, culturally responsive, and community-based, with a focus on rural and underserved populations. Providers will need to coordinate with the state program and community partners, follow state requirements, and track service use, outcomes, and caregiver satisfaction.
Key dates and deadlines
This opportunity was published on June 01, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is May 03, 2027, at 6:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to submit your application before the deadline. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for organizations and service providers specializing in healthcare, particularly those with experience in respite care, family support, and services for children and youth with special health needs. Firms that can deliver culturally responsive and community-based services, especially to rural and underserved populations in Mississippi, are well-suited.
Providers should be prepared to coordinate with state programs and community partners, and to track service utilization and outcomes.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to go to OpenGov Procurement, which is the agency's procurement portal. You can find the original source link for this opportunity.
Once on OpenGov Procurement, you may see a brief security check; allow it to complete. You will then need to sign in or create a free vendor account. This account allows you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda or updates will be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your understanding of family-centered and culturally responsive care. Highlight your experience working with Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs and their families.
Emphasize your capacity to reach and serve rural and underserved populations. Detail your proposed methods for coordinating with state programs and community partners. Outline your approach to tracking service utilization, outcomes, and caregiver satisfaction to show your commitment to accountability and quality improvement.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Mississippi Department of Health; the original posting controls.