STRATEGIC CONSULTING AND PLANNING SERVICES
ID: NIH7142362Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHBethesda, MD, 20892, US

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3ab54eadf4f54cb39bef1c517d12b2e4/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to engage Colbert Consulting, LLC for strategic consulting and planning services to support the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR). The contractor will assist in the development and implementation of a strategic plan that addresses significant health challenges, including health equity and community health, through the planning of scientific meetings and the creation of relevant scientific materials. This sole-source contract, valued at $148,800, is set to run from January 20, 2025, to January 19, 2026, and interested parties may submit capability statements to Ms. Van Holley at holleyv@od.nih.gov by January 20, 2025, at 10 AM EST.

    Point(s) of Contact
    van v holley
    (301) 594-9439
    holleyv@od.nih.gov
    Sharmaine Fagan-Kerr
    (301) 594-3744
    SHARMAINE.FAGAN-KERR@NIH.GOV
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    J and A - Colbert Consulting - 3 (002).pdf
    The file outlines a justification and approval for a sole-source contract by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to Colbert Consulting, LLC. The contract, valued at $148,800, is to assist the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) in planning and conducting scientific meetings that align with NINR's newly launched strategic plan. This strategic plan addresses significant health challenges through various research lenses including health equity and community health. The contractor will develop agendas, coordinate logistical support, and create scientific materials for NINR’s internal and public communications. Exploration of pressing health needs via ongoing stakeholder engagement will inform the plan's adaptability to emerging healthcare challenges. The justification emphasizes Colbert Consulting's unique qualifications and established collaboration with NINR, making them the preferred vendor to ensure continuity in strategic planning efforts. The document references compliance with federal acquisition regulations and outlines efforts made to ensure fair competition, although currently recommended to proceed with the sole source due to the specific expertise required. The period of performance for the contract is set for January 20, 2025, to January 19, 2026.
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