Multicare Health System

Multicare Health System, doing business as Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity based in Tacoma, Washington, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2006. The organization operates as a children's hospital and healthcare provider, with a focus on medical services, infrastructure development, and community health initiatives. Its federal award history indicates engagement with various government agencies through contract and grant mechanisms, demonstrating a versatile approach to supporting public health and infrastructure needs.

Through federal contract sub-awards, Multicare Health System has been involved in projects related to preventive medicine and clinical research. Specifically, the organization has participated in work with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an independent panel of experts focused on evidence-based clinical preventive services. These sub-contract awards have included medical research initiatives, such as screening investigations for lipid disorders in children and adolescents, led by researchers like Dr. Janelle Guirguis-Blake. While the entity does not hold a prime federal contract vehicle, it has been active in receiving sub-contract awards that contribute to national health research and prevention strategies.

Multicare Health System's federal grant awards and sub-awards demonstrate a broad range of community and healthcare-focused initiatives. The organization has received significant grant funding, most notably a $14.4 million Department of Energy grant for electrical infrastructure development in Tacoma. Other grant sub-awards include partnerships with organizations like Oregon Health & Science University for network group operations, the Washington State Department of Commerce for victims' services, the National Children's Alliance for program improvement, and the Superintendent of Public Instruction for educational support during the COVID-19 pandemic. These grants span diverse areas including cancer research networks, victim support services, educational emergency relief, and critical infrastructure development, highlighting the organization's comprehensive approach to community health and support.