What’s Next for SPARC? Inside the CMS to OMAS Transition with Doug Bergevin

JR & Ali welcome Doug Bergevin to break down one of the biggest shifts happening across HHS and CMS acquisition, what the move to OMAS really means for industry. From organizational changes to the realigning of work, this conversation goes beyond the headlines to unpack what contractors should expect in the months ahead.

Part of the conversation is SPARC: why it’s been identified for transition, what that signals for enterprise-wide buying, and how contractors should be thinking about positioning the vehicle across HHS. Doug shares insight into whether SPARC will be extended or re-competed, how it fits into broader category management goals, and why it continues to be a critical tool despite the shift toward best-in-class vehicles.

The discussion also covers practical guidance for navigating the transition: how to engage during uncertainty, who to reach out to, and what to expect with timing, source selections, and new contracting officer assignments. Plus, it covers an inside look at how forecasts may evolve, how technical evaluations will still be driven by CMS, and why flexibility is becoming central to acquisition strategy.

If you’re trying to understand how OMAS, SPARC, and enterprise buying strategies intersect and what it means for your pipeline, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.