Dec. 2, 2022

Kitsap Public Health District seeking proposals for healthcare system assessment

Information gathered in the assessment will be used to improve healthcare access for Kitsap County residents. You can help by sharing this notice with organizations that might be interested in submitting a proposal. 

KITSAP COUNTY, WA — The Kitsap Public Health District is seeking a contractor to assess healthcare systems in Kitsap County and develop recommendations for supporting and improving access to care. 

A detailed request for proposals (RFP) for the project is posted at kitsappublichealth.org. Proposals must be submitted by Jan. 31, 2023. 

Inadequate access to healthcare is a growing concern in Kitsap. Many residents report barriers to receiving the services they need to stay healthy. 

Data indicate Kitsap could be underserved across a wide range of healthcare fields, including primary, obstetric, pediatric, emergency, specialty, mental health, and long-term care. Common barriers to receiving services include a shortage of providers and a lack of available appointments. Inadequate healthcare access contributes to negative and inequitable health outcomes.  

The Kitsap Public Health Board has directed the Health District to commission an independent assessment of the local healthcare landscape to identify obstacles and promote solutions. 

"We cannot effectively address healthcare deficiencies unless we understand the root causes and the ways to correct them," Kitsap Public Health District Health Officer Dr. Gib Morrow said. "This assessment will provide vital information for all organizations working to improve healthcare access for Kitsap residents.”

To learn more about the RFP, please review the posted documents and reach out to the contact listed in the documents with any specific questions. 

For general questions about this assessment project, contact pio@kitsappublichealth.org.

You can find statistics about healthcare access and health outcomes in Kitsap County by visiting kitsappublichealth.org/data.