Stakeholder Advisory Board Facilitation & Content Preparation

The contract involves facilitating stakeholder interviews and advisory board discussions aimed at shaping the development of a pain neuroscience education curriculum that is culturally appropriate. This effort focuses on ensuring that the educational content aligns with the cultural contexts of the target audience, thereby enhancing its effectiveness and relevance. The work is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, specifically falling within the NAICS code 541611, which pertains to administrative management and general management consulting services. The contract was announced on June 8, 2026, with responses due by July 8, 2026. The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Bemidji Sub-Area office, is overseeing the contract, with the work being performed in Bemidji, zip code 56601. The subcontract aims to leverage advisory board input and stakeholder engagement to develop a community-informed curriculum that supports improved pain education, highlighting the importance of cultural congruency in healthcare education initiatives.