ESBD_383073_1732542915255_HHS0014744 Solicitation Addendum 1 Acknowledgement.zip

This appears to be a solicitation addendum acknowledgment file for a Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) contract for WIC Breastfeeding Management and Lactation Principles training services. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to develop and deliver up to twelve training courses annually, covering breastfeeding management, lactation principles, and related nutrition topics. The RFP was released on November 15, 2024, with proposals due December 18, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. Central Time. A pre-proposal conference was held on November 21, 2024. The contract term is one year with four possible one-year renewal options.

The estimated contract value ranges from $20,000 to $30,000 per fiscal year based on historical data. The evaluation criteria include 30% for breastfeeding and lactation management research and content development, 15% for lactation management clinical experience, 15% for trainer experience, and 40% for cost. The contract requires HUB Subcontracting Plan compliance and successful completion of security and privacy inquiries. The contractor must hold IBCLC certification and possess relevant advanced medical or academic degrees. No incumbent vendor is identified in the documentation.