How to bid on Data Analysis for Quality, Safety & Oversight of ESRD, Transplant, and OPO Programs for CMS

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) needs data analysis and reporting services for its End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Transplant, and Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) programs. This work supports the quality, safety, and oversight of these critical healthcare areas.

The selected contractor will produce detailed reports on dialysis facilities, transplant programs, and OPOs. These reports will summarize patient and facility characteristics, patient outcomes, and practice patterns, providing comparative statistics at state, network, regional, and national levels. These reports are essential for CMS's oversight responsibilities and are used by CMS, states, healthcare providers, and the public.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.

This is a sole-source contract, meaning CMS intends to award it to the University of Michigan / Kidney Epidemiology and Cost Center (UM/KECC). However, other vendors can still respond to demonstrate their capability to meet the agency's requirements. Your response by the deadline is your opportunity to be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for professional services firms with expertise in complex data analysis, epidemiology, and reporting, particularly within the healthcare sector. Experience with kidney dialysis, organ transplant, and organ procurement data is highly relevant.

While this is a sole-source action, firms specializing in health data analytics, statistical reporting, and public health program evaluation may find this a valuable opportunity to make their capabilities known to CMS for future similar requirements.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the button again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

The solicitation documents, including Attachment 1 - Statement of Work (SOW) and Attachment 4 - RFP Sections K-M, contain the full details for responding. Pay close attention to the subcontract plan submission instructions in Section L.11.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Even for a sole-source notice, a well-prepared response can be beneficial. Clearly articulate your firm's unique qualifications and experience that directly align with the detailed data analysis and reporting requirements outlined in the Statement of Work.

Focus on demonstrating your capacity to produce the specific reports and analytical products mentioned, such as Facility-specific Dialysis Facility Reports, Transplant Program Reports, and OPO Reports. Highlight your ability to post reports to a secure website and distribute them in a timely manner to various stakeholders.

Review any questions and answers provided in response to the solicitation documents, as these often clarify agency expectations. Ensure your submission addresses all instructions in Attachment 4, especially regarding subcontract plan submission.