Iowa Department of Health and Human Services - Request for Information for Child Protection Center Training and Consultation - FWBPCWP27025 (2026)
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Mar 31, 2027
- 165 days left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Melanie Mathes
- (515) 377-0344
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SUMMARY
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to explore the development of a statewide consultation service designed to support qualified healthcare providers in conducting child abuse medical assessments for children referred by child protection workers.
This initiative involves partnering with a Child Protection Center (CPC) or Child Advocacy Center (CAC) to establish and maintain a network of trained healthcare providers strategically located throughout Iowa. Interested respondents are asked to provide input on staffing, infrastructure, technology, provider competencies, recruitment challenges, training methods, consultation mechanisms, and cost considerations. Responses are due by email to the Issuing Officer by March 31, 2027.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A Response to RFI# FWBPCWP27025, Form 22 – Request for Confidential Treatment
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Iowa, IA
- Reported agency
- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFI from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Melanie Mathes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa in IA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Melanie Mathes at (515) 377-0344. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of March 31, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A Response to RFI# FWBPCWP27025, Form 22 – Request for Confidential Treatment. Review the full document from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Iowa, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.