When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 12, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $60,000.

It was issued by Mississippi State Department of Health. The work is located in Jackson, Mississippi, United States.

Maternal Care RN Consultant (Due December 1, 2026)

SUMMARY

The Mississippi State Department of Health is seeking a qualified Maternal Care Registered Nurse Consultant to provide specialized clinical and operational support to the Mississippi Maternal System of Care.

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DESCRIPTION

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is soliciting bids for a Maternal Care Registered Nurse (RN) Consultant to provide specialized clinical and operational support to the Mississippi Maternal System of Care. Core responsibilities include participating as a designated member of Maternal Center Inspection Teams, contributing nursing expertise during on-site evaluations of maternal care facilities, assisting with the review of compliance elements related to maternal designation standards, advising on trauma system development issues as they relate to maternal populations, and supporting the development, refinement, and implementation of the Maternal Care Plan. The contract term is from January 6, 2027, to June 30, 2029.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have been in business for a minimum of 5 years
Must have recent clinical experience in maternal health, including labor & delivery, obstetrics, or perinatal nursing
Must have excellent professional communication skills
Must be registered to do business with the State of Mississippi
Must possess a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from a compact state with Mississippi eligibility
BSN required; master's degree in nursing, public health, healthcare administration, or related field preferred
Experience in a high-acuity maternal care setting (Level I - II) strongly preferred
Must carry professional liability insurance
Must carry general liability insurance

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TIMELINE

October 29, 2026: Invitation for Bid Issue Date

November 3, 2026: Request for Reconsideration of the Terms of the Solicitation

November 12, 2026: Questions Submission Deadline

November 17, 2026: Anticipated Posting of Written Answers to Questions

December 1st, 2026: Bid Package Submission Deadline

December 1st, 2026: Anticipated Bid Opening

December 4th, 2026: Anticipated Date of Notice of Intent to Award

December 8th, 2026: Request for Reconsideration of the Intent to Award

January 6, 2027: Contract Start Date

Issuing Agency

Mississippi State Department of Health

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Maternal Care RN Consultant