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How to bid on Web Based Respirator Medical Questionnaire & Evaluation Tool for HHS
What HHS is buying and why it matters
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is conducting market research for a secure, web-based respirator medical questionnaire and evaluation tool. This tool would support OSHA-compliant medical clearance processes for federal employees.
The system needs to handle automated clinical screening, physician review, documentation, notifications, reporting, and support multiple federal agencies. It must also integrate with existing identity management, use phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication, and meet federal cybersecurity, privacy, and accessibility requirements. This is an opportunity for technology providers to inform HHS's future acquisition strategy for a critical health and safety system.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a request for proposals or bids. The deadline for submitting information is September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. At this time, HHS will stop accepting submissions.
The information gathered will help HHS determine available commercial capabilities, implementation approaches, technical maturity, and acquisition strategies for a potential contract. The anticipated contract period would run from October 31, 2027, through October 30, 2032, including a base year and four option periods.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for technology firms specializing in secure web-based application development, health IT solutions, and compliance with federal cybersecurity and privacy standards. Companies with experience in occupational health systems, particularly those supporting OSHA regulations, would be well-suited.
Vendors offering commercially available products, configurable commercial platforms, or custom development capabilities for medical evaluation tools are encouraged to respond. Experience with SAML 2.0 or OpenID for identity integration and phishing-resistant MFA is also relevant.
How to respond to this RFI
To access the full details and respond to this RFI, you need to go to the original source on the portal. Click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for preparing a competitive RFI response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's capabilities and how your solutions meet the agency's stated requirements. Since this is market research, provide detailed information about your existing products or development expertise.
Highlight your experience with federal compliance, including cybersecurity (ATO, HHS security requirements), privacy, and Section 508 accessibility. Clearly explain whether your solution is a commercial off-the-shelf product, a configurable platform, or requires custom development. Provide examples of how your solution supports automated clinical decision logic and multi-agency use.
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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