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Analyze and Assess Methods, Data and Case Mix Assessment Information for the Monitoring and Refinement of the Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System

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CMS240501Federal

Submission Closed11/20/2023, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Health And Human Services → Cms Center For MedicareView Agency

NAICS

541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Windsor Mill, MD, 21244, USA

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Documents

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Sources+Sought+Notice-240501.docx

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PhaseClosed

PostedNov 6

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineNov 20

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Submission Closed

11/20/2023, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → Cms Center For Medicare

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OfficeBaltimore, MD, 21244, USA

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Department Of Health And Human Services → Cms Center For Medicare

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Office AddressBaltimore, MD, 21244, USA

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Full Description

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (Notice) to determine the availability of 8(a) companies that are qualified to support CMS in activities associated with the inpatient psychiatric facility prospective payment system (the - IPF PPS). Please see attached.