Specifications include, but are not limited to: The selected vendor for this project will be required to perform the external quality review activities as outlined in 42 CFR 438.358 for the Delaware Medicaid Managed Care Program. Specifically, the services to be provided under the resulting contract include multiple tasks and deliverables that are consistent with applicable federal EQR regulations and protocols for MCOs. The contract will allow Delaware to be compliant with federal EQR regulations and rules. The specifications for tasks and deliverables required under this RFP may evolve from year to year in response to program changes and federal mandates. Proposed contract modifications will be defined and agreed upon in writing by both the State and the EQRO through an allowable amendment. The Vendor will need to complete the tasks and deliverables in accordance with expectations specified in this RFP to assure adequate oversight of the Delaware Medicaid Managed Care program. These tasks may include, but are not limited to the following: • Annual Managed Care Compliance Review • Validation of Performance Measures (PM) • Validation of Performance Improvement Projects • Validating network adequacy • MCO encounter data validation. • Information Systems Capabilities Assessment (ISCA) • Technical Assistance • Quality Strategy The selected vendor will also be required to assist and collaborate with the State on various special projects during the duration of the contract. Examples of these special projects include: • Template development and implementation • Conducting Focus Studies • Readiness reviews and/or implementation assistance.