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Social Science Research and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

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Response Deadline11/20/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for a Social Science Research and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist supports prime contractors on projects for the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services. The scope of work involves performing mixed-methods social science research, which includes designing sampling instruments, conducting surveys, and facilitating engagement with underserved rural populations and individuals with disabilities. All activities must adhere to RSA guidance and 34 CFR §361.29, with a strict requirement to use secure data-management systems for protecting personally identifiable information. The selected provider is responsible for delivering comprehensive project outputs, including raw data sets, survey results, and interview transcripts. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 541720 and was posted on October 13, 2026, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026.

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Subcontract for social science research and stakeholder engagement for Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services.

Agency

Mississippi → MS DEPT of REHABILITATION SERVICES

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Place of Performance

MS, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 3120003411.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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RFx 3180003050

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PostedOct 13

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Response DeadlineNov 20

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AgencyMississippi → MS DEPT of REHABILITATION SERVICES

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Organization / AgencyMississippi → MS DEPT of REHABILITATION SERVICES

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Performs mixed-methods social science research for prime contractors on Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) projects. Designs sampling instruments, conducts surveys, and facilitates stakeholder engagement with individuals with disabilities and underserved rural populations. Uses secure data-management systems for PII. Adheres to 34 CFR §361.29 and RSA guidance. Delivers raw data sets, interview transcripts, and survey results.

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