The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract to develop a Grading and Quality Control Protocol, conduct retinal image screenings, and review ophthalmology procedure manuals as part of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from January 2025 to June 2029. The contract includes a one-year base period with three optional one-year extensions and a six-month close-out period. Services will include grading of retinal images to assess eye health, particularly for individuals reporting diabetes, through non-mydriatic fundus photography and optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging.
The Contracting Officer will issue task orders, ensuring the work remains within a secure electronic environment that complies with stringent government security guidelines, as the images represent sensitive, personally identifiable information (PII). Contractors must utilize specific secured equipment, provide a weekly image log, and submit quarterly performance reports. Strict training and compliance with federal information security standards are mandated. This initiative aims to enhance public health data regarding eye health conditions through systematic evaluation and high-quality imaging.
The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the grading of retinal images for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from January 2025 to June 2029. The contract includes a base period of 12 months, three optional annual extensions, and a six-month close-out period, requiring services such as developing grading protocols, conducting retinal screenings, and project management. The purpose is to standardize the grading of retinal images to assess visual impairment in U.S. residents, particularly those with diabetes.
The contract emphasizes the use of secure technology, adherence to privacy protocols for sensitive personal information, and the need for trained graders with ophthalmological expertise. The anticipated annual sample size is around 2,200 individuals, with specific tasks outlined for data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure quality control. The scope also includes necessary compliance with federal regulations and security requirements regarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Collectively, this initiative seeks to enhance public health data concerning eye health in the U.S. population, relying on contemporary imaging methods and rigorous evaluation standards.