Bid guide
How to bid on External Program Evaluator for Mississippi Department of Health
What the agency is buying
The Mississippi Department of Health needs an External Program Evaluator for its CDC-funded MS-WISEWOMAN Program. This program focuses on cardiovascular disease screening and hypertension prevention.
The selected vendor will design and implement an evaluation framework, track performance measures, assess program impact, provide technical assistance, and report findings to help improve the program. This is an opportunity for firms with expertise in public health program evaluation, especially those familiar with CDC cooperative agreement requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. The deadline for submissions is September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms or individuals with strong experience in program evaluation, particularly within the healthcare or public health sector. Expertise in evaluating CDC-funded programs, cardiovascular disease prevention, and hypertension control initiatives is highly relevant.
Vendors should be capable of designing equity-informed evaluations and providing actionable insights for program improvement. This falls under the healthcare category.
How to respond
To respond to this solicitation, you must access it through OpenGov Procurement, the Mississippi Department of Health's procurement portal. First, locate the original source of the opportunity.
Once on the OpenGov Procurement project page, you will need to sign in or create a free vendor account. This account will allow you to download all necessary plans and documents, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your proposal before the deadline. Any updates or addenda will be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your understanding of the MS-WISEWOMAN Program's goals related to cardiovascular disease screening and hypertension prevention. Highlight your experience with similar public health evaluations, especially those involving CDC requirements.
Detail your proposed evaluation methodology, emphasizing how it will be pragmatic and equity-informed. Provide specific examples of how your work has led to actionable insights and program improvements in past projects. Ensure your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents, paying close attention to performance measures and reporting expectations.
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.