The contractor will serve in the role of Program Evaluator. The purpose of the Program Evaluator is to assist the program with developing, executing, and disseminating evaluation plans and findings for the purposes of required programmatic evaluation, con

The Mississippi State Department of Health is seeking an External Program Evaluator under a firm-fixed-price contract to support the development, execution, and dissemination of evaluation plans and findings. The primary objective is to facilitate required programmatic evaluation, continuous quality improvement, and targeted service delivery improvements, specifically aligned with CDC WISEWOMAN measures. The initial period of performance is 2.5 years, tentatively scheduled from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2028, with a yearly rate of 50,000 dollars. The agency reserves the right to renew the contract for up to three additional years, with a total cumulative term not to exceed five years. Key deliverables include a finalized evaluation plan and logic model within 30 days of award, monthly secure dashboard refreshes using Power BI, quarterly data briefs, and comprehensive annual evaluation reports. The contractor must provide technical assistance through quarterly learning sessions and support CDC performance reporting. Evaluation of bidders is based on a weighted scoring system comprising cost (35 percent), technical approach (35 percent), and management capabilities (30 percent). The contract is governed by Mississippi law and requires strict adherence to HIPAA compliance, 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance, and the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983. Payment is structured based on the acceptance of deliverables, with 20 percent due upon the evaluation plan, 40 percent prorated across quarterly briefs, and 40 percent upon completion of the annual report and dashboard.