What types of research and analytical support does CFACT typically procure?

CFACT primarily procures services related to large-scale health survey operations, statistical data processing, health economics research, and the development of public-use datasets that track national health care spending and insurance coverage.

What expertise is most valuable for vendors targeting CFACT contracts?

Vendors should demonstrate deep expertise in health services research, survey methodology, econometric modeling, and data science. Experience managing large, sensitive health datasets and ensuring compliance with federal data privacy standards is critical.

How can small businesses position themselves for success with this office?

Small businesses should focus on niche capabilities such as specialized statistical programming, survey field operations, or technical writing for health policy reports. Aligning your capabilities with the specific requirements of the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) is a common pathway for entry.

AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY · Contracting Office

AHRQ CENTER FOR FINANCING, ACCESS, AND COST TRENDS

15 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office15 solicitationsUnder AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY

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AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of AHRQ CENTER FOR FINANCING, ACCESS, AND COST TRENDS.

The AHRQ Center for Financing, Access, and Cost Trends (CFACT) procures specialized research, analytical support, and data management services to monitor the U.S. health care system. Vendors compete for contracts focused on the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS), economic modeling, health policy analysis, and the development of complex statistical databases.

Hierarchy: AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY · 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.

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