Administer statewide access to Go NAPSACC

Background

The contract is issued by the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, specifically through the Office of State Procurement Services. The Maine CDC/Disease Prevention/Oral Health program aims to administer statewide access to Go NAPSACC, an evidence-based online quality improvement system designed for early childhood education programs. This initiative is crucial for supporting health, wellness, and continuous quality improvement in early childhood settings.

Work Details

The University of Southern Maine (USM) will manage statewide access to Go NAPSACC, which includes: 1. Access to the Go NAPSACC web-based system; 2. Implementation and technical assistance support; 3. Planning and consultation with state partners; 4. Customized training for technical assistance consultants; 5. Educational webinars; 6. Annual usage reporting. USM will also execute a subcontract with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), which owns the Go NAPSACC platform.

Period of Performance

The contract is set to begin on January 1, 2026, and will end on December 31, 2026.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed in Portland, Maine, where the University of Southern Maine is located.

Bidder Requirements

The contract does not specify any set-aside certifications or unique requirements beyond the selection of USM as a single source vendor due to its qualifications and experience in managing sponsored service agreements.