NIAID PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES (PSTSS)
ID: 75N93024R00013Type: Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAIDBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

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All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesT (54199)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a456b6707dfb4219a890091835524068/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) NIAID, is seeking proposals for Professional, Scientific, and Technical Support Services (PSTSS) to assist with various research initiatives, including basic, translational, and clinical research, as well as vaccine development and laboratory research across multiple biosafety levels. The procurement aims to secure specialized expertise to enhance the effectiveness of ongoing and future research efforts critical to public health. Proposals are due by December 16, 2024, with the contract period set to commence on June 1, 2025, and potentially extend to November 30, 2030, with a total funding cap of $3 billion across all awarded contracts. Interested parties can reach out to Rosemary Gomes at Rosemary.Gomes@nih.gov or Kristel Turansky at Kristel.Turansky@nih.gov for further information.

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    PSTSS 2.0 RFP FINAL 10.31.2024.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) for Professional, Scientific, and Technical Support Services. It outlines the need for specialized expertise to assist with current and future research initiatives, particularly in basic, translational, and clinical research areas, as well as vaccine development and laboratory research across various biosafety levels. Proposals are accepted until December 16, 2024, with a contract period from June 1, 2025, to May 30, 2030, extending potentially to November 30, 2030. The RFP sets a minimum guaranteed pay of $2,000 per contract, with a maximum cap of $3 billion across all awarded contracts. It details the proposal requirements, billing processes via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), necessary security protocols, and any necessary compliance with federal regulations. Additionally, the document emphasizes confidentiality, the handling of sensitive information, and responsibilities regarding government property. The RFP aims to ensure fair competition while stipulating strict requirements for contractor performance evaluations, reporting, and invoicing. Overall, it reflects the government's structured approach to acquiring essential scientific services while safeguarding public interests and maintaining high operational standards.
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