400-26-074-CSHCS Proj. ConsultBid Documents

The Indiana State Department of Health is seeking a project consultant through sourcing event 0000085580 to support children with special health care needs (CSHCS). The procurement involves obtaining an expert consultant to lead two critical initiatives aimed at enhancing support systems for children with special health care needs and their families. Key deliverables and objectives will likely be detailed in the attached Job Description and Solicitation Package documents, which outline the specific program requirements and consultant expectations. The bid solicitation was posted on October 13, 2025, with proposals due by November 19, 2025. Potential bidders must submit completed bid packages via email directly to Alexandra Stultz at AStultz@health.in.gov, and are permitted to submit questions to either Stultz or Kristi Linson at KLinson@health.in.gov prior to the submission deadline. This procurement is not eligible for electronic submission through the Supplier Portal, indicating a more traditional bid process requiring direct document transmission. The consultant will be expected to demonstrate significant expertise in developing and implementing support strategies for special needs pediatric populations.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documents, the procurement appears to be open to qualified consulting firms or individual consultants with specialized expertise in pediatric health care support systems. The attached documents may contain additional details regarding organizational qualifications, potential disadvantaged enterprise participation, or specific vendor requirements. No incumbent vendor information is immediately apparent from the provided materials. The budget range and potential contract value are not specified in the current documentation, suggesting that interested consultants will need to carefully review the solicitation package to understand the financial parameters of the project. Potential bidders should thoroughly examine the Job Description and Solicitation Package to ensure they meet the comprehensive requirements for this specialized consulting opportunity focused on supporting children with special health care needs in Indiana.