Q&A Document Summary

This Q&A document supports the Maryland Department of Health's Office of Population Health Improvement (OPHI) Request for Applications (RFA) for the Healthcare Workforce Data Clearinghouse Phase 1 Requirements Analysis and Future Planning project. The RFA solicits an applicant to conduct a comprehensive requirements analysis and develop future plans for establishing a centralized digital repository designed to collect, validate, and standardize healthcare workforce data across Maryland. The document addresses inquiries from potential applicants regarding project scope, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements. Key procedural elements include specified response deadlines for applicant questions, application submission due dates, and anticipated award timelines. The contract term and any renewal options are contingent upon successful completion of Phase 1 deliverables and subsequent state approval for advancing to subsequent phases of the Clearinghouse development.

The Q&A document provides clarification on pricing expectations, cost allocation methodologies, and allowable expenses for Phase 1 work, though specific funding amounts and budget parameters are referenced in the primary RFA documentation. The document confirms the current procurement environment and outlines evaluation criteria that prioritize applicant experience with healthcare workforce data systems, requirements analysis methodology, and strategic planning capabilities. Potential applicants are directed to submit questions within designated timeframes to enable comprehensive responses prior to application deadlines, ensuring all respondents receive consistent information and clarification on project requirements and evaluation standards.