1301-27-R-IFBD-00011

Mississippi State Department of Health is soliciting bids under IFB RFX 3160008360 for a maternal care registered nurse consultant to support the Mississippi Maternal System of Care, with questions due November 12, 2026 and bids due December 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST. Bidders must be registered to do business with Mississippi and hold current, unrestricted RN licensure from a compact state with Mississippi eligibility. Requests for reconsideration of solicitation terms are due November 3, 2026.

The consultant will serve as a designated member of Maternal Center Inspection Teams, conduct on-site evaluations of maternal care facilities, and review compliance with maternal designation standards. The role also advises on trauma system development issues related to maternal populations and supports development and implementation of the Maternal Care Plan. Minimum qualifications include five years in business providing similar services, a BSN, and recent clinical maternal health experience in labor and delivery, obstetrics, or perinatal nursing. A master's degree in nursing, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field is preferred, and experience in Level I-II high-acuity maternal care settings is strongly preferred. Vendors must carry professional and general liability insurance commensurate with professional responsibilities and comply with federal and state employment verification requirements.

Compensation is $600 per hour for 600 hours, with a total contract amount not to exceed $60,000. The contract runs January 6, 2027 through June 30, 2029, with renewal options at MSDH's discretion for up to five cumulative years.

Bid opening is December 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., and MSDH anticipates issuing notice of intent to award on December 4, 2026. Electronic submissions go through the MSDH OpenGov Procurement portal. Award is contingent on approval by the Public Procurement Review Board and the Office of Personal Service Contract Review, availability of appropriated funds, and MSDH's determination that the contractor is qualified. Questions and procurement inquiries go to Dorthy Young, Chief Procurement Officer, at procurement@msdh.ms.gov or 601-576-7954.