RFI 2022-003 Research and Analytics Support to the Programs of Continuing Studies

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) seeking research and analytics support to enhance its Programs of Continuing Studies. The RFI aims to identify qualified vendors, particularly from the academic community, to undertake new research projects that cover topics such as uninsurance and underinsurance, healthcare affordability, behavioral health, healthcare utilization, healthcare equity, and social determinants of health. Respondents are asked to provide information on their relevant experience, proposed project details, and how CHIA can benefit from the research, as well as a cost estimate. CHIA is interested in understanding the use of its existing data assets in new ways, how outside data sources can supplement CHIA data, and new research methodologies to improve the usability of CHIA data for research purposes. The RFI response deadline is November 4, 2021, at 3:00 PM EST, and CHIA may decide to procure all, a portion, or none of the services described.

The RFI does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not identified, and the RFI does not provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFI also does not list any possible award values or budget ranges for the potential research and analytics support services.