What types of professional services does the ACF Office of Government Contracting Services prioritize?

The office primarily procures research, data analysis, and program evaluation services to support social policy development. They also frequently seek vendors for administrative support, project management, and specialized training for human services professionals.

How can vendors align with the mission of the Administration for Children and Families?

Vendors should focus on demonstrating deep expertise in child welfare, early childhood development, or refugee resettlement programs. Proposals that clearly articulate how technical solutions improve service delivery for vulnerable populations are highly competitive.

Are there specific set-asides or procurement vehicles used by this office?

While the office utilizes standard GSA Schedules and open-market solicitations, they frequently leverage small business set-asides for research and consulting tasks. Vendors are encouraged to monitor HHS-specific IDIQ contracts that support ACF program offices.

ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES · Contracting Office

ACF OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING SERVICES

115 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office115 solicitationsUnder ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Solicitations

115

Federal records indexed

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Federal

Federal procurement data

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ADMINISTRATION FOR

ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Agency

DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of ACF OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING SERVICES.

The ACF Office of Government Contracting Services manages the acquisition lifecycle for the Administration for Children and Families, supporting programs focused on human services, child welfare, and family stability. Vendors compete for contracts involving research and evaluation studies, technical assistance, program management support, and specialized social services training.

Hierarchy: ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES · DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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