What the buyer needs

AI summary

The buyer needs a vendor to conduct the first comprehensive, county-specific maternal child health needs assessment in Muskegon, MI. The requested scope includes developing a work plan, identifying data sources, gathering quantitative and qualitative data, engaging stakeholders and community members, and delivering a comprehensive written assessment report with methodology, findings, gaps, and recommendations. Vendor performance will occur offsite. Only onshore, USA organizations are eligible to bid. Bidders must submit questions by October 9, 2026, and may submit responses digitally via email or online. The buyer seeks proposals for the budget and establishes a one-year contract term. The provided text does not state the submission deadline or the evaluation criteria.

Scope of work

Develop an assessment approach and work plan in collaboration with PHMC
Identify quantitative and qualitative data sources and methods for community output
Collect, compile, and analyze maternal and child health data for Muskegon County
Engage key stakeholders, community organizations, service providers, and community members
Identify and assess existing maternal and child health services, programs, and resources
Identify gaps, barriers, unmet needs, and opportunities for coordination
Develop a comprehensive written MCH Needs Assessment report
Present findings and recommendations to PHMC leadership and designated stakeholders

How proposals are evaluated

Criterion	Weight / scoring
Qualifications and Experience	25
Pricing	10

Minimum qualifications

Experience conducting community health, maternal child health, public health, or population health assessments
Knowledge and experience in maternal and child health and public health principles
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data from multiple sources
Ability to complete a comprehensive needs assessment and provide a written report with actionable recommendations

Documents to include with your response

Rate card / Proposal Summary pricing form
Vendor Qualifications and Experience description
Project Approach and Methodology
Project Team and Qualifications including key staff resumes or professional profiles
Work Plan and Timeline
Deliverables and Final Project description and examples
Detailed Cost Proposal
Licenses, Certifications, and Conflict of Interest disclosure
Signed Confidential Treatment Form (CT Form)
Statement on company letterhead confirming agreement to all RFP requirements

How to submit

Method: Electronic via Bidnet Portal or physical package
Instructions: Responses submitted electronically through Bidnet Portal. Physical submissions require calling 231-724-6281 to make arrangements.