Medicare Decision Support Research

This contract focuses on qualitative research related to Medicare decision support, requiring expertise in designing studies, collecting and analyzing data, and recruiting diverse subsets of Medicare target audiences. The research aims to support the development of guided search and decision support resources tailored for specific Medicare populations. It is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program, aligning with the NAICS code 541910, which pertains to research and development in the social sciences and humanities. The contract is issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, emphasizing the need for rapid and effective recruitment of varied Medicare audiences to ensure the research's relevance and applicability. Key contacts for the contract include a program point of contact and a contracting officer, providing avenues for communication and contract management. The opportunity was posted in March 2026 and is listed as a forecast, indicating the potential for upcoming solicitation or bidding processes.