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This Solicitation opportunity from Iowa was posted on March 17, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

CNA Testing Services

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005-RFP-1599-2025State & Local

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The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) is seeking to expand and improve the CNA testing process by contracting for CNA Testing Services through solicitation number 005-RFP-1599-2025. The current system relies on community colleges across Iowa to administer written and skills assessments for Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Programs (NATCEP). To better meet workforce demands and increase accessibility for CNA candidates and their employers, the state aims to develop additional testing platforms, thereby enhancing the availability and flexibility of CNA certification assessments. The contract, with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, is managed by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services and is open for responses until April 4, 2025. Interested vendors can find more information and submit proposals through the designated bid opportunity portal. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Craig Trotter, reachable via email or phone. This initiative underscores Iowa’s commitment to strengthening its healthcare workforce by ensuring more accessible and efficient CNA testing options.

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Place of Performance

IA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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005-RFP-1599-2025 CNA Testing Services

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005-RFP-1599-2025 CNA Testing Services

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Cost Proposal - 005-RFP-1599-2025 - CAN testing

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NAICS code changed from 611210 to 541940. The notice description changed.

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AgencyIowa Department of Administrative Services
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The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) is responsible for the approval of Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Programs (NATCEP). Presently, NATCEP written and skills assessments are administered through community colleges across the state. To enhance workforce availability in the healthcare sector, particularly among certified nursing assistants (CNAs), the state of Iowa seeks to expand testing platforms to improve accessibility and better serve the needs of CNA candidates and their employers.

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