Secure Health Data Transaction Processing Platform Development

The contract requires the design, development, and ongoing maintenance of a secure, always-on transaction switching platform specifically built to handle Medicare Part D eligibility inquiries, Financial Information Reporting, and payer coordination messages. The system must fully comply with NCPDP standards to ensure interoperability and data integrity across healthcare payers and providers. It must operate reliably 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with high availability and robust security protocols to protect sensitive health and financial data. The platform is a subcontract under the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Acquisition and Grants Management, with performance expected to be based in Baltimore. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2026, and responses are due by May 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The NAICS code 518210 indicates this is for data processing, hosting, and related services, emphasizing a technology-driven solution. The contractor must ensure all components meet federal security and compliance requirements for handling protected health information, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and auditability of transaction processing.