State Purchasing Bureau InterRAI Assessment Evaluation RFP 127870 O5 - 2026
Nebraska State Purchasing Bureau | State of NebraskaState · Lincoln, NE- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 32 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 0 years
- Primary contact
- Matthew Caddy & Zach Perry
- (402) 471-6500
The 30-second brief
The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Disability and Aging (DDA), through the State Purchasing Bureau, seeks an independent consultant and expert bidder to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of Nebraska's implementation and use of the interRAI suite of assessments, including interRAI Intellectual Disability (interRAI-ID) and interRAI Child and Youth Mental Health - Developmental Disabilities (interRAI ChYMH-DD, ChYMH-DD-AS). The evaluation will examine assessment processes, workflows, intake, scoring, algorithms, data collection, quality assurance, and determine Level of Care (LOC), Level of Need (LON), resource allocation, and associated budget tiers. The resulting contract term is five (5) months with potential extension. Responses are due by December 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time via ShareFile, following a written questions deadline of November 5, 2026. Required evaluations include Corporate Overview (30 points), Technical Response (60 points), and Cost (10 points).
Project Work Plan and Data Request; Current-State and Preliminary Findings Report; Data Analysis and Peer-State Review Report; Recommended Algorithms, Methodologies, And Implementation Recommendations; Final Evaluation Report and Presentation
Corporate Overview (30 points), Technical Response (60 points), Cost (10 points), Vendor Demonstrations (20 optional points)
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Summary
The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Disability and Aging (DDA), through the State Purchasing Bureau, seeks an independent consultant and expert bidder to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of Nebraska's implementation and use of the interRAI suite of assessments, including interRAI Intellectual Disability (interRAI-ID) and interRAI Child and Youth Mental Health - Developmental Disabilities (interRAI ChYMH-DD, ChYMH-DD-AS).
The evaluation will examine assessment processes, workflows, intake, scoring, algorithms, data collection, quality assurance, and determine Level of Care (LOC), Level of Need (LON), resource allocation, and associated budget tiers. The resulting contract term is five (5) months with potential extension. Responses are due by December 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time via ShareFile, following a written questions deadline of November 5, 2026. Required evaluations include Corporate Overview (30 points), Technical Response (60 points), and Cost (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Project Work Plan and Data Request
- Current-State and Preliminary Findings Report
- Data Analysis and Peer-State Review Report
- Recommended Algorithms, Methodologies, And Implementation Recommendations
- Final Evaluation Report and Presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Contractual Agreement Form signed manually in ink or by DocuSign
- Corporate Overview
- Technical Response
- Completed Cost Sheet
- Completed Sections II through IV
- Submit to
- https://nebraska.sharefile.com/r-r4fe3669b339a45b182cb7b9feef4f72b
- Duration
- 5 months
- Scope location
- Lincoln, NE
- Reported agency
- State Purchasing Bureau
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Nebraska State Purchasing Bureau | State of Nebraska?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://nebraska.sharefile.com/r-r4fe3669b339a45b182cb7b9feef4f72b. For questions, contact Matthew Caddy & Zach Perry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Nebraska State Purchasing Bureau | State of Nebraska in NE, 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 RFP 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 Matthew Caddy & Zach Perry at (402) 471-6500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Work Plan and Data Request; Current-State and Preliminary Findings Report; Data Analysis and Peer-State Review Report; Recommended Algorithms, Methodologies, And Implementation Recommendations; Final Evaluation Report and Presentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Corporate Overview (30 points), Technical Response (60 points), Cost (10 points), Vendor Demonstrations (20 optional points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Contractual Agreement Form signed manually in ink or by DocuSign, Corporate Overview, Technical Response, Completed Cost Sheet, Completed Sections II through IV. Review the full document from Nebraska State Purchasing Bureau | State of Nebraska for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lincoln, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.