Public Health Consulting Firm

The State of Montana, specifically the Department of Public Health and Human Services' Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Bureau, has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) Number DPHHS-RFP-2021-0336R seeking a public health consulting firm to provide comprehensive strategic services. The solicitation, released on 4/20/2021 with a proposal submission deadline of 5/17/2021 at 2:00 PM MDT, requires a contractor capable of conducting strategic planning, facilitation and training, program evaluation, and increasing referrals to health behavior change programs. Key deliverables include grant writing support, organizational growth strategies, and comprehensive public health consulting services covering educational, health-related, professional, and training services. Evaluation criteria will focus on hourly rate proposals, with points awarded based on the lowest submitted rate. Potential vendors must submit company details, three client reference forms, cost proposals, and a budget line item justification. Contractors are required to acknowledge the Executive Order regarding Equal Pay for Montana Women and submit a Certificate of Compliance.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, vendors must meet comprehensive qualification standards to be considered for the contract. The procurement will be compensated on an hourly rate basis, though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available materials. Prospective bidders must demonstrate expertise in public health consulting, with capabilities spanning strategic planning, program evaluation, and health behavior change program development. The contract appears to be open to qualified consulting firms with demonstrated experience in public health services, professional training, and organizational development. Submission requirements include detailed documentation of organizational capabilities, references, and a competitive pricing structure. Interested vendors should carefully review all RFP requirements and ensure full compliance with the State of Montana's procurement guidelines and the specified submission protocols.