CPA PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD.pdf
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- 1628-26-R-RFIN-00011-V05
- Solicitation number
- 3150006783
- Issued by
- Hinds County, Jackson City, Mississippi
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This is a Public Notice of Intent to Award issued by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid, Office of Procurement, for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) contract position supporting the Office of Managed Care Financial Oversight. The RFA solicited applications from qualified CPAs to provide financial oversight services for Medicaid managed care programs, including Medical Loss Ratio analysis, state-directed payment programs, Quality Incentive Payment Program reporting, and financial compliance monitoring. The application submission deadline was April 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with only one application received. The DOM intends to award the contract to James A. Post, a licensed CPA with more than ten years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience and demonstrated expertise in Medicaid financial analysis, data management, and regulatory compliance. The contract term is five years, commencing July 1, 2026, and concluding June 30, 2031, with options for successive one-year renewals subject to written approval and thirty days' notice for termination. The contract requires approval by the Public Procurement Review Board and the Office of Personal Service Contract Review, with submission scheduled for May 6, 2026, and board consideration at the June 3, 2026, meeting.
The compensation structure provides $52.50 per hour, not to exceed 1,850 hours annually, resulting in a total annual maximum compensation of $104,555.06, including the 7.65 percent fringe rate. Price adjustments may be implemented after the first twenty-four months based on performance and fund availability, with increases limited to the lesser of five percent or the Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers. The position requires an active CPA license in good standing, a minimum of ten years of professional accounting experience, and a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field from an accredited institution. The position is located at DOM Central Office in Jackson, Mississippi, with regular in-person attendance required, though limited remote work may be permitted based on operational needs and supervisory approval. No set-aside designations or restrictions limiting applicant eligibility were identified in the procurement documents. Travel expenses will not be reimbursed, and payment will be based on actual hours worked and properly documented.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFA REFERENCE FORM.pdf | ||
| STATE OF MS APPLICATION.pdf | ||
| JAMES POST CPA FINANCE CONTRACT AWARD ANALYSIS RFA.pdf | ||
| CPA OFFICE OF FINANCE RELEASE.pdf |
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From: Mississippi Division of Medicaid
Office of Procurement
Date: April 29, 2026
Re: Request for Applications (RFA) – Certified Public Accountant
RFx # 3150006783 Public Notice of Intent to Award
The Mississippi Division of Medicaid (DOM) issued a Request for Applications (RFA) to establish a contract with a qualified applicant to provide Certified Public Accountant (CPA) services in support of the Office of Managed Care Financial Oversight. This position supports critical financial oversight functions, including analysis, reporting, and compliance activities related to Medicaid managed care programs.
The submission deadline to receive applications, resumes, and required documentation was April 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST. DOM received one (1) application submission.
James A. Post
Procurement staff reviewed the submission, and the applicant was deemed responsive and responsible in accordance with the requirements set forth in the RFA. The application was evaluated and determined to meet and exceed all minimum qualifications. The applicant demonstrated extensive experience in Medicaid and managed care financial oversight, including Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) analysis, state-directed payment programs, Quality Incentive Payment Program (QIPP) reporting, and financial compliance monitoring.
Recommendation
Based on the evaluation process and findings, DOM intends to award the contract to: James A. Post.
Mr. Post is a licensed Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. His background reflects significant expertise in financial analysis, data management, and regulatory compliance within Medicaid programs. His experience and qualifications demonstrate the capability to successfully perform the required services in support of DOM’s financial oversight functions.
M E M O
The proposed contract term is five (5) years, beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2031, the contract may be renewed for successive one-year periods, subject to applicable approvals, unless either party provides written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the then-current term.
DOM intends to submit the contract to the Public Procurement Review Board (PPRB), Office of Personal Service Contract Review (OPSCR) by Wednesday, May 6, 2026, for consideration of approval at the June 3, 2026, Board meeting.
For Public Records requests, please visit our website: https://medicaid.ms.gov/public-records-requests/. Contracts may also be obtained via the MS Transparency website:
www.transparency.ms.gov.
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