Bid guide
How to bid on Maryland Healthcare Workforce Data Clearinghouse planning for OPHI
What the agency is buying
The Office of Population and Health Improvement (OPHI) is looking for assistance with Phase 1 requirements analysis and future planning for a Maryland healthcare workforce data clearinghouse. This project involves foundational work to establish the needs and direction for a system that will manage healthcare workforce data.
This is an opportunity for firms specializing in project administration or planning, particularly those with experience in healthcare or data management systems, to contribute to a significant state-level initiative.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is crucial to submit your proposal well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in project administration, planning, and requirements analysis. Experience in healthcare data systems, workforce planning, or similar government projects would be highly relevant.
The category for this solicitation is project administration or planning, indicating a need for strategic and analytical capabilities rather than direct technical implementation at this stage.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details and documents, you need to go to eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). Viewing the solicitation is public and does not require an account.
To download documents or submit your response, you will need to sign in with a free eMMA supplier account. Ensure you have an active account set up before the submission deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly articulate your understanding of the specific challenges and goals related to healthcare workforce data clearinghouses. Highlight any past experience with similar requirements analysis or strategic planning projects, especially those involving complex data or multiple stakeholders.
Focus on demonstrating your firm's capability to conduct thorough requirements analysis and develop a robust future plan. Provide concrete examples of how your approach will lead to actionable insights and a clear roadmap for the agency. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all aspects mentioned in the solicitation, such as Phase 1 requirements analysis and future planning.
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 Office of Population and Health Improvement; the original posting controls.