Bid guide
How to bid on Medical Case Reviewer Services for HHS
What HHS is buying and why it matters
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) needs medical experts to provide case review and case management support for the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) and the Countermeasures Injury Compensation Program (CICP). This support is crucial for the litigation process, specifically in defending petitions filed against the Secretary of HHS.
For medical professionals or firms specializing in medical case review and litigation support, this is an opportunity to work with a federal agency on important public health programs.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 21, 2026, and will remain open until August 24, 2026. The overall deadline for this opportunity is August 20, 2031, at 5:00 PM ET.
Quotes will be reviewed, and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) may be issued on a rolling basis as submissions are received. The government expects to establish BPAs with qualified vendors during the open period.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for individual medical experts or professional firms that can provide medical-expert services and medical reviewer/case management support. Vendors should have expertise relevant to vaccine injury compensation and countermeasures injury compensation programs, particularly in a litigation support context.
The work involves reviewing cases and assisting in the defense of petitions, making it a fit for those with strong analytical and medical-legal capabilities.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Qualified vendors can submit quotes during the open period, which runs until August 24, 2026.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly articulate your medical expertise and experience, especially any background related to vaccine or countermeasures injury compensation. Highlight your capabilities in case review and litigation support.
Ensure your quote addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation, including any specific qualifications for medical experts. Since BPAs may be issued on a rolling basis, submitting a well-prepared quote promptly during the open period could be beneficial.
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 Health Resources and Services Administration; the original posting controls.