Bid guide
How to bid on Intelligent Coding Assistance Tool for CMS
What CMS is buying and why it matters
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is conducting market research for an Artificial Intelligence (AI) coding assistance tool. This tool should be compatible with or integrate into Salesforce.
The purpose of this tool is to consolidate discrete medical chart and record values from various sources to support diagnosis abstraction. This is an opportunity for vendors to inform CMS about available solutions in this area.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
It is important to note that this is market research, not a solicitation for a purchase. CMS is gathering information, and there is no guarantee of a future contract.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for technology firms specializing in AI solutions, particularly those with expertise in medical coding assistance and integration with Salesforce. Companies developing tools for diagnosis abstraction from medical records would find this relevant.
Vendors in the technology category with experience in healthcare IT and AI-driven data consolidation should consider responding.
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly describing your solution's capabilities and how it meets the agency's stated needs. Highlight any existing integrations with Salesforce or similar platforms.
Provide specific examples of how your tool consolidates discrete medical chart and record values for diagnosis abstraction. Emphasize the technical ability and availability of your proposed AI solution. Ensure your response is well-organized and directly addresses the information requested by CMS.
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 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; the original posting controls.