Information Technology and Professional Services (ITPS)
The Washington Health Benefit Exchange (WAHBE) has issued a Request for Quotes and Qualifications (RFQQ HBE 24-004) to establish a pool of qualified vendors for Information Technology Professional Services (ITPS) across 13 resource categories including Application Developers, Business Systems Analysts, Cloud Security Engineers, Database Administrators, IT Architects, Project Managers, Product Owners, Risk Management Analysts, Security Analysts, and Software Test Analysts. The solicitation seeks vendors to provide specialized IT services, project management, and professional resources primarily through remote work, with occasional on-site work at WAHBE's Olympia location. Each resource category has specific mandatory and desired qualifications, with vendors required to demonstrate expertise through detailed responses, resumes, and references. The RFQQ was released on December 2, 2024, with an optional vendor conference on December 13, 2024, and proposals due by February 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM PT. The initial contract period will run from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027, with potential extensions through June 30, 2030, and individual work orders typically spanning six months to one year. Evaluation criteria include pass/fail mandatory requirements and point-based scoring for desired qualifications, with vendors able to earn up to 150 points for certain responses and 100 points for others.
While there are no specific set-aside goals, WAHBE encourages participation from small, minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. The previous RFQQ from 2019 (HBE 19-003) resulted in contracts with 12 vendors and total contract spend of $9,687,392.07 across approximately 26 different resource titles since March 2020. Vendors must have a physical presence in the United States, be licensed to conduct business in Washington state within 30 days of award, and have a minimum of two years' experience providing similar ITPS resources. The solicitation notes that successful award does not guarantee any minimum work volume, as funding is contingent upon availability. Some work may involve access to sensitive information, including potential interaction with Federal Tax Information, which requires additional background checks and security measures. Resources will typically use WAHBE-provided laptops, and hourly rates must be all-inclusive, covering travel, lodging, expenses, administrative costs, insurance, overhead, profit, and other necessary expenses. Historically, the most frequently requested resources have been Business Systems Analysts, Cloud Services Engineers, Risk Management Analysts, and IT Project Management Services.
Washington
2/3/25, 12:00 AM 12/3/24, 12:00 AM Uniforms, Customization and Accessories
The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services is conducting a competitive solicitation (#03424) for a cooperative purchasing agreement to procure uniforms, customization services, and accessories across multiple jurisdictions in Washington state and Oregon. The procurement covers comprehensive uniform items including shirts, pants, boots, outerwear, coveralls, belts, holsters, and hats, along with associated services such as alterations, repairs, silk screen printing, and embroidery. The solicitation spans 42 counties and numerous cities/municipalities, with the intent to make up to three main statewide awards and one reserved award per geographic region for small or veteran-owned businesses. Significant evaluation criteria include optional value-added services such as online pricing websites, web optimization, inventory management, and sustainability certifications. Key dates include a pre-bid conference on February 13, 2025, questions due by March 10, 2025, bid submissions due by March 28, 2025, and an anticipated contract award by June 2, 2025. The contract term is 60 months, with potential for a 24-month extension based on performance metrics including 95% on-time delivery rate and proper vendor management.
The solicitation includes specific provisions for diverse business participation, with opportunities for minority-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and small businesses to participate. Bidders must be registered with Washington's Secretary of State and Department of Revenue, and provide comprehensive insurance coverages including Commercial General Liability ($2M per occurrence), Workers' Compensation, and Commercial Automobile Liability ($1M). While no minimum diverse business participation is required for award, successful contractors will be expected to discuss annual inclusion goals with Enterprise Services. Historical annual sales for this contract type are approximately $4.1 million, with vendors required to pay a 1.25% vendor management fee on purchases. The procurement is open to Washington state agencies, Oregon Cooperative Purchasing Program members, political subdivisions, higher education institutions, and tribal governments. Pricing must include all cost components, with a minimum 5% discount off manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) required, and vendors must accept credit cards without additional fees.
Washington
3/28/25, 12:00 AM 2/5/25, 12:00 AM Auction Fundraising Platform
The University of Washington is seeking an auction fundraising platform through a Request for Proposal (RFP) for comprehensive event registration and management services across its campuses, including Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The procurement targets a versatile technology solution capable of supporting both virtual and in-person auction events with advanced functionality such as customizable interfaces, self-service registration, payment processing, and in-kind donation tracking. Vendors must demonstrate PCI-DSS compliance and the ability to handle multiple departmental accounting practices, with specific interest from University Advancement Gift Services and Office of Merchant Services. The RFP requires detailed technical proposals addressing system capabilities, integration potential with existing university systems, and real-time credit card payment processing. Key dates include a question submission deadline of March 10, 2025, with final proposals due by April 28, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of July 1, 2025 for an initial one-year term with three optional three-year renewal periods.
The university has established voluntary participation goals for minority and women-owned businesses, specifically targeting 6% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 4% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) involvement in this procurement. While no specific budget amount was disclosed in the documentation, the contract will be available to all University of Washington campuses, suggesting potential for a comprehensive and scalable implementation. The successful vendor must provide robust reporting services, support multiple auction formats, and demonstrate technical capabilities that align with the university's sophisticated technological infrastructure. No incumbent vendor was explicitly identified in the documentation, and the RFP suggests an open competitive process for selecting the most qualified auction fundraising platform provider. The procurement appears designed to provide flexibility for various university departments while maintaining strict technological and compliance standards.
Washington
4/28/25, 12:00 AM 2/14/25, 12:00 AM Recovery Audit Contractor
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is seeking a Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) through RFP No. 2024HCA14 to audit payments made to Apple Health (Medicaid) providers and identify improper payments, including overpayments and underpayments. The procurement covers auditing fee-for-service claims across multiple Washington counties, with potential future expansion to Managed Care Organization claims. Minimum qualifications for bidders include three years of experience with RAC services and Medicaid claims auditing. The contractor must provide key staff including a Medical Director, Program Manager, Technical Point of Contact, coding specialists, audit staff, and customer service representatives. Evaluation criteria will be based on a 1,000-point system: 650 points for the written proposal, 300 points for the cost proposal, and 50 points for Executive Order 18-03 certification. Proposals are due on March 21, 2025, by 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with only email submissions accepted. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for March 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time, and the initial contract period will run from April 21, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with options to extend for up to four additional one-year periods.
The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Compensation for the RAC will be structured as a contingency fee percentage based on fully validated and collected overpayments, with specific percentages to be negotiated. In fiscal year 2024, HCA's fee-for-service expenditures totaled $8.5 billion, with ADSA-H claims representing 41.05% and ADSA-D claims representing 25.15% of the total. The contractor must comply with extensive data security requirements, including completing a Security Design Review by June 1, 2025, and implementing access authentication systems that meet WaTech Policy 141.10 Security Standards. Contractors will be required to maintain specific insurance coverage, including data breach response coverage for the contract term plus three years following termination. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the RFP emphasizes integration with existing state authentication systems like Enterprise Active Directory and SecureAccess Washington. Bidders must also provide a Diverse Business Inclusion Plan and comply with various state security and IT standards.
Washington
3/21/25, 12:00 AM 2/14/25, 12:00 AM Commercial Market Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) Audit
This Request for Information (RFI) is seeking information to assist the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) in a potential procurement and implementation of a vendor to perform a Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) audit for the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) programs. HCA is interested in understanding the types of vendors or organizations that conduct RADV audits, whether RADV audits can be customized for state employer group medical plans, the potential costs for a population exceeding 500,000 members, and any major business or technical complexities anticipated for this type of audit. The goal is to inform the vendor community of the potential procurement of one vendor to conduct an annual RADV audit for the PEBB and SEBB programs and the framework HCA could use for the design and implementation of this audit. The RFI requests written responses to specific questions and a one-hour conference call with HCA staff. Respondents will not be reimbursed for any costs associated with preparing or presenting responses, and HCA does not have an obligation to issue a solicitation as a result of this RFI.
The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, and HCA does not list any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The solution procured by HCA will need to comply with applicable state, federal, and industry regulations, such as HIPAA, OCIO security standards, 42 CFR Part 2, and HCA privacy and security policies. HCA does not provide any information about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFI does not specify any award values or budget ranges.
Washington
9/25/24, 12:00 AM 9/6/24, 12:00 AM