Statewide Cost Allocation Plan Consulting Services

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) solicited consulting services to compile and manage the Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP) for fiscal years 2018‑2027, ensuring compliance with HHS Cost Allocation Services requirements, providing data analysis, and supporting negotiations and audits. The award is intended for Maximus Consulting Services, Inc., at a flat‑rate total contract value of $275,000 for a four‑year term, with an optional one‑year renewal. The procurement was conducted through an open competition, with two firms submitting proposals; technical merit carried the most weight, and the contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price agreement. • Scope: preparation, submission, and ongoing support for SWCAP for Mississippi. • Requirements: prior experience developing at least two SWCAP plans for a state within the past five years. • Value: $275 K flat‑rate over four years; optional renewal adds a fifth year. • Timeline: proposal deadline 12/14/2022, contract effective 03/08/2023, term ending 03/08/2027.