Consultant Services

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is issuing a solicitation for Consultant Services under solicitation number S-1813 DES-26, posted on October 9, 2025, with proposals due by December 1, 2025. The contract aims to engage vendors to provide organizational development consulting, coaching, and training over a two-year period, with potential renewal options extending up to three additional years. The anticipated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, although no specific pricing details are included in the solicitation. The scope emphasizes tailored services such as meeting facilitation, coaching, and training for DHS divisions, with proposals evaluated based on program requirements (54%), vendor qualifications (20%), and price (26%). The award process prioritizes the highest-scoring responsive and responsible vendor, with the possibility of negotiating with up to four vendors and inviting Best and Final Offers if necessary. The contractual terms are governed by the State of Wisconsin’s standard terms and conditions, incorporated via Attachment D, with vendors required to accept these terms or submit point-by-point exceptions for consideration. The solicitation emphasizes strict compliance with proposal formatting, organization, and submission procedures, including separate digital folders and forms as specified in Attachment B. No federal FAR clauses, packaging, marking, or inspection requirements are specified; the contract is primarily managed under Wisconsin statutes and procurement policies. Additionally, the process mandates vendor participation in supplier diversity initiatives, requiring quarterly reporting on utilization of state-certified minority, women, veteran, and disabled veteran-owned businesses. The contract’s performance location, detailed delivery schedules, and specific payment procedures are not explicitly outlined in the available documents, but the expected start date is around August 20, 2026, for a two-year term. Overall, the procurement emphasizes tailored, compliant proposals with a focus on organizational development expertise, adherence to state policies, and supplier diversity commitments.