Public Health Accreditation Specialist

The City of New Haven Health Department is seeking a Public Health Accreditation Specialist through RFP #2024-RFP-090 to assist in obtaining initial National Public Health Accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The procurement targets a qualified consultant to help the department demonstrate compliance with the 2022 Standards and Measures for Initial Accreditation. Key deliverables include assessing department readiness, forming an Accreditation Team, developing work plans and tracking tools, managing PHAB documents, conducting quality management, and supporting document submission and site visit processes. The evaluation will be comprehensive, with 100 total points distributed across four criteria: Project Timeline (30 points), Budget (20 points), Previous Relevant Experience with PHAB Accreditation (20 points), and Project Workplan (30 points). Proposals are due on July 23, 2024, at 11:00 am, with the contract term spanning one year and potential for two additional one-year renewals at the City's discretion. Respondents must submit a technical proposal, cost proposal, city forms signature sheet, disclosure and certification affidavit, current workforce certificate, priority payment program application, and a detailed statement of qualifications.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Submission requirements include standard city procurement documentation, suggesting potential opportunities for various consulting firms with public health accreditation expertise. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the comprehensive evaluation criteria indicate a preference for respondents with demonstrable experience in PHAB accreditation processes. The procurement is situated within New Haven County, Connecticut, specifically targeting the City of New Haven Health Department's accreditation goals. Although a specific contract value is not directly stated, the detailed submission requirements and multi-stage evaluation process suggest the City is seeking a comprehensive and highly qualified contractor. The City reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsible qualified respondent, with the understanding that the contract is contingent upon available funding.