Program Executive Office, Defense Healthcare Management Systems (PEO DHMS), Notice of Availability- Innovation Solutions

The Program Executive Office, Defense Healthcare Management Systems (PEO DHMS), under the Defense Health Agency (DHA), issued Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) HT003826SC001 to solicit innovative commercial solutions aimed at addressing capability gaps in strategic planning, operational efficiency, governance, and technology or program management within defense healthcare systems. Authorized by 10 U.S.C. § 3458 and implemented through DFARS Subpart 212.70, this solicitation seeks new or innovative applications of commercial technologies, processes, or methods that demonstrate meaningful advancement over current capabilities. Proposals must provide complete, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions structured for government adoption and long-term maintenance by government personnel. The initiative supports a project-based acquisition approach emphasizing delivery of tangible fixed-price outcomes rather than labor hours or level-of-effort metrics. Submissions are limited to a maximum of fifteen slides with an additional file for required attachments, including terms and conditions and an Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) Mitigation Plan if applicable. The evaluation criteria focus primarily on three factors: advancement of technology or process, solution efficacy with clearly defined measurable outcomes linked to cost, and a credible adaptable technical approach that allows real-time adjustments without additional government funding. The award process employs a trade-off methodology, weighing technical merits independently from price, which is evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. The CSO requires strict compliance with regulatory standards such as HIPAA for health information protection, mandates appropriate security clearances, and restricts participation by foreign nationals in sensitive roles. The period for proposal submission extends until January 28, 2027, with performance anticipated at Grassy Creek, Virginia. The contracting office point of contact is Sonya Edom, supported by Gabriela Hurte, located in Rosslyn, Virginia. No specific contract clauses or pricing details are currently provided as these will be developed during subsequent negotiation phases following initial evaluations.