Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
About the Program
HHS is the largest grant-making agency and has significant contracting for healthcare IT, research support, and administrative services.
Key operating divisions:
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Indian Health Service (IHS)
Each division has its own contracting activity and small business goals.
Accepted Certifications
Industries Sought
How to Apply
1. Register in SAM.gov
2. Identify relevant HHS operating divisions
3. Review HHS-wide contract vehicles (CIO-SP3, etc.)
4. Consider NIH SBIR/STTR for research funding
5. Monitor division-specific opportunities
Tips for Suppliers
- Healthcare IT is a major growth area
- CMS and NIH are the largest buyers
- Research support services are in demand
- Indian Health Service has unique opportunities
- Clinical and health services have set-aside potential
Supplier Events
HHS Small Business Week events and division-specific industry days
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