Mississippi HIV Planning Body Coordination and Administrative Support

The Mississippi State Department of Health Office of STD/HIV is seeking a qualified organization to provide neutral administrative coordination, logistical support, and technical facilitation for the Mississippi HIV Planning Body. This statewide advisory body supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of coordinated STD/HIV prevention and care strategies by engaging stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, governmental agencies, and individuals with lived experience. The selected entity will be responsible for managing meeting logistics, member engagement, and strategic planning support to ensure the body can effectively advise the department on emerging issues and community needs. This opportunity is structured as a subgrant agreement with a total available funding amount of 50,000 dollars. The initial period of performance runs from October 15, 2026, through May 31, 2027, with all costs required to be spent by the end of May and invoiced by June 15, 2027. Funding is provided via the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under Assistance Listing Number 93.940. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov, provide a Unique Entity ID, and certify that they have no conflicts of interest or history of debarment. Awards will be granted to the top-scoring applicants who achieve a minimum score of 70 out of 100. Evaluation is based on a point system, with specific weight given to staffing and key personnel. The application process requires a detailed work plan, a line-item budget covering personnel, fringe benefits, travel, and contractual costs, and resumes for all key personnel. Applications must be submitted through the OpenGov Procurement portal by September 25, 2026.