he Agency wants assistance to provide Cessation Training and Nicotine Dependence Treatment Services.The Contractor will promote and facilitate 2 (two) trainings for Tobacco Treatment Specialists statewide (virtual format), provide support regarding the im

The Mississippi State Department of Health is seeking a contractor to deliver tobacco cessation training and nicotine dependence treatment services statewide, with a primary focus on facilitating two annual virtual Tobacco Treatment Specialist workshops. The contractor must also support initiatives such as Tobacco-Free Campus programs, integration of cessation practices into medical resident curricula, and coordination with state and community partners, all in alignment with CDC Best Practices and the PHS Clinical Practice Guideline for Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence. Key deliverables include submitting monthly calendars, quarterly reports, training documentation to an online system, and itemized monthly invoices using the state’s electronic payment platform. Performance is expected statewide, with mandatory participation in meetings held in Jackson, MS, and adherence to strict HIPAA compliance as a Business Associate, including immediate breach reporting, PHI encryption at rest and in transit, and audit access by MSDH. The contract may be renewed annually for up to five years, with funding contingent upon legislative appropriation and subject to termination for convenience. The contractor must maintain a documented quality control program, ensure all staff meet performance standards, and comply with Mississippi ethics laws prohibiting gifts or improper influence toward state employees. Key personnel requirements include a dedicated 0.2 FTE faculty member and a 0.15 FTE Clinical/Business Operations Director funded by MSDH. All pricing information must be publicly disclosed on transparency.ms.gov, and the contractor assumes full financial responsibility for any data breaches caused by its actions. Bids must be submitted electronically via the MSDH OpenGov Procurement Portal by 10:00 a.m. CST on June 3, 2026, and will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, prioritizing responsiveness and responsibility before selecting the lowest bid. Proposers must possess a 10-digit MAGIC Vendor ID, have at least five years of relevant experience, and register to do business in Mississippi if not already licensed. The contract includes strict provisions on contract assignment, confidentiality, records retention for at least six years, and immediate compliance with stop work orders, with the contractor liable for all legal fees incurred by the state in enforcement actions.