Bid guide
How to bid on Pandemic Plan Preparedness Evaluation Services for Indian Health Service
What the agency is buying
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is seeking an independent evaluation of its 2025 Pandemic Preparedness Plan. This work is crucial for tribal health security, ensuring continuous healthcare operations, workforce readiness, and resilient supply chains during public health emergencies.
The evaluation will include readiness exercises and the creation of an after-action report. This helps the IHS maintain its mission of providing comprehensive health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on August 05, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this time.
Late submissions are generally not accepted, so it is important to submit your response well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in public health emergency planning, program evaluation, and readiness exercises. Companies specializing in healthcare operations, supply chain resilience, and workforce preparedness may find this a good fit.
The work falls under the professional services category, indicating a need for specialized knowledge and experience in evaluating complex plans and conducting detailed reports.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Click the designated link to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to navigate directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents. However, for some bids, an account is not required to access the information.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your understanding of pandemic preparedness and its specific challenges within a healthcare context. Highlight any experience you have with similar evaluations, readiness exercises, or after-action reporting.
Emphasize your firm's ability to provide an independent and objective assessment. Detail your proposed methodology for conducting the evaluation, including how you will approach readiness exercises and the structure of your after-action report. Ensure your proposal directly addresses the Indian Health Service's stated needs for tribal health security and continuity of care.
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.
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