Preparing for and Responding to Intimate Partner Violence-Related Health Care Needs in Emergencies

The Health Resources and Services Administration is forecasting a contract to address the preparedness and response to intimate partner violence-related health care needs during emergencies. This initiative seeks to enhance the capacity of health care systems to identify, support, and provide timely interventions for individuals affected by intimate partner violence in crisis situations. The effort is categorized under NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on management, scientific, and technical consulting services, suggesting the work will involve strategic planning, protocol development, training, and possibly evaluative research to improve emergency response protocols. The project aims to integrate best practices into existing health care frameworks to ensure continuity of care and safety for vulnerable populations during disasters or public health emergencies. Stephen Hayes serves as the Program Point of Contact for inquiries related to the scope and objectives of the initiative, while Russell Grabill is designated as the Contracting Officer responsible for procurement activities. No solicitation number has been issued yet, and the forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, signaling that a formal request for proposals is anticipated in the near future. There is no specified place of performance or set-aside designation, implying the contract may be open to a broad range of qualified entities. Interested parties should monitor the official HHS OSDBU portal for updates and future solicitations to ensure readiness for submission.