U009--New Requirement for Curriculum development, policy analysis, community engagement for cultural, structural and institutional barriers for VAPIHCS

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to provide curriculum development, policy analysis, and community engagement services to address cultural, structural, and institutional barriers for the Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System (VAPIHCS). The contractor will act as an authorized representative of the Center for Pacific Islander Veterans Health (CPIVH) and will coordinate with community partners to deliver culturally competent healthcare education across the Pacific Basin. The scope of work includes providing education and policy core staff, curriculum development, policy landscape assessment, and collaborative initiatives. • The contractor will provide one Core Lead, two Core Co-Leads, one Program Manager, three Curriculum Specialists, two Project Directors/Policy Analysts, and one Community Engagement Coordination per month. • The contractor will develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum package, including training modules and materials, to improve service delivery to Veterans in Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and the Pacific Basin. • The contractor will conduct a policy landscape assessment and provide initial policy recommendations to improve Veteran health outcomes in the target regions. • The contractor will support collaborative initiatives, including the "Boots on the Ground" program, to enhance outreach and community engagement.