Request for Information: “Science Technology and Research Team (START)” Single Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) Contract
ID: HT9425-25-RFI-STARTType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)

PSC

HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES (AN14)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is seeking responses from qualified Small Business, Section 8(a) vendors for a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Science Technology and Research Team (START) Single Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract. The procurement aims to secure technical and professional support services for the 59th Medical Wing's (59 MDW) clinical and translational research activities, focusing on areas such as emergency medical care, operational medicine, and force health protection. This initiative is critical for advancing military health research and ensuring the effective delivery of healthcare services to Air Force personnel. Interested vendors must submit detailed capability statements by January 16, 2025, to the designated contacts, Lisa Wells Roark and Douglas Medcalf, with the understanding that this RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a non-personal service contract to support the 59th Medical Wing (59 MDW) in its clinical and translational research activities. This single-award indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract will facilitate non-personal technical and professional services across various program areas, including Expeditionary Medicine, Operational Medicine, Force Health Protection, and Human Performance within the continental U.S. and Joint Base San Antonio. Key responsibilities of the contractor include managing task orders, providing personnel services, developing research execution plans, and ensuring compliance with government quality assurance standards. The contractor must maintain effective oversight of subcontractors and demonstrate adherence to security requirements for personnel access to government facilities. The contract will last for 60 months with periodic assessments based on performance metrics. Additionally, the document stipulates environmental compliance, extensive training requirements for contractor personnel, and the management of other direct costs. The overall focus is to establish an efficient, sustainable framework to enhance health service delivery to Air Force personnel, reflecting a concerted effort on research advancements in military health sectors.
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines a non-personal services task order for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) to support the 59th Medical Wing's enterprise-wide Technical Clinical Research Team (TCRT) at Joint Base San Antonio. This support will facilitate clinical studies, translational research, and innovations for combat casualty care and medical advancements. Key components include providing administrative, financial, regulatory, and clinical services essential for research execution, from concept development to FDA approval. The contractor is responsible for developing a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure compliance, maintaining a stable workforce, and managing performance issues. Security requirements involve background checks and compliance with access controls. The contractor must also ensure all deliverables such as reports, invoices, and staffing plans are submitted on time and accurately, monitored under a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) by the government. Overall, the PWS emphasizes a collaborative approach, accountability for the contractor's staff, and adherence to military healthcare standards and protocols, highlighting the government's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in military medicine.
    The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Science Technology and Research Team (START). This initiative seeks responses from Small Business, Section 8(a) vendors to support the 59th Medical Wing's (59 MDW) clinical and translational research activities. The required services include technical and professional support for research in fields such as emergency medical care, operational medicine, and force health protection. Vendors are invited to submit detailed capability statements that illustrate their experience managing large contracts ($90M+) in research and development. The RFI specifies that proposals must include documentation of past performance, NAICS codes used in government contracts, and feedback on the draft Performance Work Statements (PWS). The submission deadline is January 16, 2025, with responses to be sent directly to USAMRAA's designated point of contact. The RFI emphasizes that it is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. The government reserves the right to utilize any submitted information for decision-making without any obligation to provide acknowledgment or feedback to the respondents.
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