Bid guide
How to bid on Maintenance and Operations Services for WV PATH from Division of Human Services
What the agency is buying
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DOHS) is seeking proposals for an open-end contract for Maintenance and Operations (M&O) services. This work supports the West Virginia Integrated Eligibility System (IES), also known as People's Access To Help (WV PATH) system. This system helps people access social services.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on June 24, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM ET. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to [email protected] prior to the question period deadline, which is specified in the Instructions to Vendors Submitting Bids. Online responses are prohibited for this solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in information technology, specifically in maintenance or support services for complex systems. The commodity lines indicate a focus on maintenance or support fees. Companies with experience in government IT contracts, especially those involving social services or integrated eligibility systems, would be well-suited.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, go to West Virginia’s wvOASIS Vendor Self Service portal. From the home page, select “View Published Solicitations.” Search for solicitation number CRFP-0511-HHR2600000001-7 to find the details and attached documents. To download documents or submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the wvOASIS system. Submit your response as directed by the solicitation before the August 13, 2026 deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all 20 documents posted with the solicitation to fully understand the scope and requirements. Since online responses are prohibited, ensure you follow the exact submission instructions for physical or mail-in proposals. Pay close attention to the question period deadline and submit any clarifying questions in writing to the specified email address. Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar maintenance and operations contracts, especially those involving large-scale government systems or social services platforms. Highlight your team's qualifications and your proposed approach to ensuring continuous, reliable service for the WV PATH system.
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 Division of Human Services; the original posting controls.