Grant Writer for Public Health Programs

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) seeks a qualified individual or firm to provide professional grant‑writing services supporting its public‑health programs. The contractor will research funding opportunities, draft and edit competitive proposals, develop budgets, and submit applications to federal, state, local, and private sources. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and will operate as a requirements (indefinite‑delivery) contract, with work issued on an as‑needed basis. • Scope: Funding research, narrative development, budget coordination, and submission of grant proposals. • Minimum qualifications: ≥5 years grant‑writing experience in public health, proven success securing federal and private funding, familiarity with Grants.gov, and relevant professional certifications (CPC, CGW, CFRE, CGMS). • Deliverables: Completed grant applications, supporting documentation, and budget narratives for each assigned project. • Evaluation: Responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest overall price. • Timeline: Questions due 8/28/2026; bid submission deadline 9/17/2026 (12:00 pm CST); award intent 9/23/2026; contract start shortly thereafter. • Contract type: Invitation for Bid (IFB), non‑IT personnel services, indefinite‑delivery/requirements contract. • Location: Services performed remotely or at vendor’s facilities; MSDH office in Jackson, MS may conduct audits or site visits as needed. • Required compliance: State procurement rules, debarment certifications, insurance, HIPAA, and public‑records obligations.