Bid guide
How to bid on Early Intervention Service Provider Enrollment with Mississippi Department of Health
What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care
The Mississippi Department of Health (MSDH) is enrolling qualified professionals to provide early intervention services and evaluations for its First Steps program. This program supports infants and toddlers with developmental delays or established conditions. Vendors who enroll will be able to provide crucial services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, nursing, and special instruction.
This is an ongoing enrollment opportunity, allowing qualified individuals and teams to become part of the state's network of providers for a vital program. Becoming an approved provider means you can offer your specialized services to families in need across Mississippi.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This enrollment opportunity was published on September 08, 2025. The deadline for submitting your enrollment application is June 01, 2027, at 6:00 PM ET. All required documentation and information must be submitted by this time.
It is important to complete your submission well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for individual professionals or multidisciplinary teams with current credentials or licenses in early intervention services. This includes evaluators and service providers in fields such as audiology, family training, health services, medical services, nursing, nutrition, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychological services, social work, special instruction, speech-language pathology, and vision services.
Applicants must meet specific training, competency, and professional development requirements. Evaluators should also be prepared to pursue in-network status with major public and private insurance companies.
How to respond
To respond to this enrollment, you need to access the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement, the Mississippi Department of Health's procurement portal. First, click on the "View original source" link to open the project page on OpenGov.
If it's your first time, you might see a brief security check; allow it to complete. Then, sign in to your existing vendor account or create a free new account. Once signed in, you can download the necessary plans, ask any questions you may have, join the planholders list to receive updates, and submit your response before the deadline. Addenda notices will be sent through OpenGov.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all credentialing and licensure requirements to ensure you meet them. Gather all necessary documentation, including proof of formal training and demonstrated competence in your specific service area. Ensure all professional development requirements, including MSFSEIP-required training, are met or planned.
For evaluators, proactively pursue in-network status with major insurance providers as specified. For all applicants, ensure your application clearly demonstrates your adherence to all applicable professional and ethical practices. Double-check that all required fields are completed and all attachments are included before submitting your response.
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.