Region 4 - Quality Improvement Network Quality Improvement Organization

The contract seeks to engage a qualified Network of Quality Improvement and Innovation Contractors (NQIIC), also known as Quality Improvement Organizations, to provide expert healthcare quality improvement services. The primary objective is to enhance the quality of care, promote health equity, and improve health outcomes specifically for Medicare beneficiaries. This effort is part of a statement of work issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) focused on Region 4, aiming to support the goals of optimal health and well-being through targeted quality improvement initiatives. The contract is classified under the NAICS code 541618 and is forecasted rather than currently active, with a posting date in March 2026. CMS is the federal agency responsible for this contract, and key contacts include Kristen Albaugh as the program point of contact and Michael Milanese serving as the contracting officer. The scope emphasizes collaboration within the healthcare network to drive measurable improvements in care delivery for the Medicare population.