Statewide Health Care Needs and Capacity Request

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has issued a contract to support a comprehensive evaluation of healthcare needs and capacity across the state, as mandated by legislation passed during the 2024 legislative session. This initiative stems from recommendations by the Governor’s Task Force on Academic Health at the University of Minnesota, aiming to analyze population and provider characteristics to inform future healthcare planning. The contract involves developing a Request for Information (RFI), collecting and synthesizing public feedback and key informant insights, and producing a final report for the legislature. The work is scheduled to commence around October 30, 2024, or upon contract execution, and must be completed by April 30, 2025, with a critical interim deadline for the report submission by February 1, 2025. The solicitation, titled "Statewide Health Care Needs and Capacity Request," is managed by the Minnesota Department of Health under the NAICS code 541199, with a contract value estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000. Interested parties are invited to respond by October 14, 2024. The contract emphasizes thorough stakeholder engagement, including public feedback and interviews, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of healthcare needs. The primary contact for this project is Kristen Ackert, a state employee, whose email is provided for inquiries. The project aims to support strategic health planning in Minnesota by providing detailed insights into current healthcare infrastructure and future needs.