Medical Evacuation During Sustained Acceleration (MEDUSA): Validating Critical Care During Simulated Point-to-Point Spaceflight
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; APPLIED RESEARCH (AN12)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fb7e0b8c953e4cd1bd739508f2790c36/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, intends to award a sole source contract to KBR Wyle Services, LLC for the Phase II study titled “Medical Evacuation During Sustained Acceleration (MEDUSA): Validating Critical Care During Simulated Point-to-Point Spaceflight.” This study aims to assess the impacts of sustained acceleration on hemodynamics using a swine model, requiring the unique capabilities of KBR's large centrifuge, which is the only one in the U.S. suitable for such advanced animal research. The project is critical for developing Department of Defense capabilities for patient transport using commercial spacecraft and is set to run from August 2024 to September 2025, with funding from FY 2023-2024 RDT&E allocations. Interested parties must submit their capabilities in writing to the primary contact, James Clingan, at james.b.clingan.civ@health.mil by 10:00 AM EST on June 7, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James (Brandon) Clingan
    james.b.clingan.civ@health.mil
    Jeremy McMurry
    jeremy.l.mcmurry.civ@health.mil
    Files
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    A02. Part 06 - JA FAR Part 6 - _MEDUSA2 Bridge PTS - REDACTED_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a Justification and Approval for Other than Full and Open Competition for a sole source contract between the USAF 59th Medical Wing and Bridge Preclinical Testing Services (PTS) for the MEDUSA 2 research study, focusing on medical evacuation during sustained acceleration scenarios. The study aims to validate critical care protocols within simulated spaceflight conditions, utilizing swine models. It emphasizes the lack of existing research on medical practices during such unique circumstances and highlights the expertise of Bridge PTS in providing specialized animal research services. The contract is set for a performance period from August 2024 to September 2025, with funding from FY 2023-2024 RDT&E allocations. Extensive market research confirmed Bridge PTS as the sole provider capable of meeting the specialized needs of the project, with previous collaborations validating its capabilities. The justification cites potential duplication of costs and mission-critical risks if conducted elsewhere. With a focus on animal welfare, Bridge PTS will oversee veterinary care and data analysis during the project, underscoring the necessity of this partnership for successful project execution. Thus, the proposal aims to advance military medicine while ensuring compliance with federal regulations regarding competition and research practices.
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