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MSP and VMS radar
See public MSP and VMS programs up for change, and large federal staffing contracts ending soon, with the incumbent and the source.
- Programs checked by hand
- Every record links to its source
- No sign-up
- Updated November 1, 2026
Public programs to watch
Checked by hand against each source on November 1, 2026. Dates move, so confirm with the program before you act.
| Program | Status | What the source says | What to do | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State of TennesseeStatewide contingent workforce: IT, medical, administrative and language services | Rebid under way | Current contract ends Feb 28, 2027. Oral presentations Nov 16 to 19, 2026; contract signature deadline Dec 14, 2026. The state reported 436 administrative, 471 medical and 384 IT active contracts as of July 1, 2026. | Already a supplier: find out how the new program will treat current suppliers. Not a supplier: watch for the award, then ask the winning MSP how suppliers apply. | Tennessee RFP 32110-38726 |
| State of MississippiContingent IT staffing for government entities, run by Knowledge Services | Check the renewal | The state’s December 2025 instructions say the master agreement runs until June 20, 2026 “or until revised or replaced.” We couldn’t confirm a successor. | Ask Mississippi ITS or the MSP what replaced it before you plan around this program. | Mississippi ITS instructions |
| State of ConnecticutMedical staff augmentation, run by Knowledge Services under RFP 23PSX0113 | Newer program | The state’s program page describes a new contract with Knowledge Services for a medical MSP and VMS. | Medical staffing firms: read the staffing resource provider page and ask how new suppliers are added. | Connecticut medical MSP page |
| State of MaineIT staffing and statements of work, run by Knowledge Services | Active | Statewide program in use. The state page lists a contact for resources interested in participating. | IT staffing firms: contact the program before pitching agencies directly. | Maine IT staff augmentation program |
| State of NevadaIT staff augmentation, run by Knowledge Services | Not changing soon | The state lists the contract period as Nov 13, 2018 through Oct 21, 2029. | A rebid isn’t the way in here. Work through the current MSP’s supplier process. | Nevada IT staff augmentation contract |
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| Ends | Agency | Current contractor | Awarded | State | Work | Source |
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How the MSP and VMS radar works
Check the programs
Public programs up for change, each with what the source says, the dates we verified and what to do next.
Filter the contracts
Choose 90, 180 or 365 days and a state to list federal staffing contracts of $50,000 or more ending in that window.
Confirm at the source
Every contract shows the agency, incumbent and amount, with a link to USAspending.gov so you can confirm it before you call.
From a public signal to a supplier conversation
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- Public programs with verified dates
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Why an MSP or VMS change opens a door
An MSP runs a company’s or agency’s contingent staffing program, and a VMS is the software it runs on. Staffing firms usually reach these buyers only as approved suppliers. When the program is rebid or moves to a new MSP or VMS, suppliers may have to re-qualify, and the list can open to new firms. That makes a change one of the few moments an outside firm can get in, and a moment an incumbent can lose its place.
What to do when a program changes
- Confirm it at the source. Open the record and check the dates. Contracts get extended and rebids slip.
- Find out where you stand. If you’re a supplier, ask how the new program treats current suppliers and what you’ll need to re-qualify.
- If you’re outside, go through the program. Ask the MSP how suppliers apply. Calling managers around a program can cost you the account.
- Have your file ready. Programs commonly ask for insurance, compliance documents and rate cards, so gather them before the window opens.
What it can’t see
- Most private companies. Corporate MSP changes are rarely public. They surface in vendor announcements, RFPs and changes in who runs the program, often late. We only list what has a public source.
- Whether a contract will really end. A federal end date is the current period of performance. Option years, extensions and bridge contracts can move it, and a rebid may never happen.
- Every contract. The federal list reads the largest awards first under the temporary help and employment placement industry codes (NAICS 561320 and 561311) and leaves out awards under $50,000, so small contracts and work coded elsewhere won’t show.
- Who decides. A federal award names the agency and the contractor, not the contracting officer. Check the solicitation on SAM.gov.
MSP and VMS radar FAQ
What is an MSP or VMS switch?
It’s when a company or agency moves its contingent staffing program to a new managed service provider or a new vendor management system, or rebids the program. Suppliers may need to re-qualify, so the approved list can change.
How do I get on an MSP’s supplier list?
Ask the MSP how it adds suppliers for that program, and expect to show insurance, compliance documents, the job categories you fill and your rates. Public programs often publish a contact or a supplier page, which the records above link to where one exists.
Does this cover private companies?
Only when a public source exists. Most corporate program changes aren’t published, so this radar starts with government programs and federal contracts, where every record can be checked.
How current is the data?
Federal contracts come from USAspending.gov and refresh within six hours of a request. USAspending itself can lag recent awards. Public program records are checked by hand, and the date is at the top of the table.
Does a federal contract ending mean it’s up for grabs?
No. It’s a reason to look. The agency may extend it, exercise an option or rebid it to a set-aside group. Check SAM.gov for a solicitation and ask whether small-business rules apply to you.
Sources
- USAspending.gov: federal award data, public API, NAICS 561320 and 561311
- Tennessee Central Procurement Office: RFP 32110-38726, Amendments 5 and 8
- State program pages linked in the table above, each checked November 1, 2026