Project AGES (Age-inclusive Guidance on Employees for Supervisors)
ID: 75D30122P15147-MOD-00003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONCDC OFFICE OF ACQUISITION SERVICESATLANTA, GA, 30333, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ad29ff778cd24e5e834d8f026dd37f63/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), intends to award a sole source contract to the University of Central Florida (UCF) for the development of training materials aimed at promoting age-inclusive workplaces in the hospitality industry. This initiative, part of a broader study by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), focuses on creating a supervisory workshop that provides practical strategies for addressing age-related safety and health risks faced by hotel workers. The selected vendor, UCF, is uniquely qualified due to its established partnerships and expertise in occupational health research, making it the only viable option for this specialized work. Interested parties may submit their capabilities to the CDC by email to Laurie Presley at xnp0@cdc.gov by 1:00 PM Eastern Time on September 20, 2024, as the contract period spans from September 1, 2022, to June 30, 2026.

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    Laurie Presley
    xnp0@cdc.gov
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    D2d. SSJ_75D30122P15147_MOD 00003_Redacted.pdf
    The document details a justification for a sole source procurement by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) related to a study aimed at creating training interventions for supervisors in the hospitality industry. This project seeks to address age-inclusive workplace strategies by conducting interviews and focus groups with hotel workers to identify health risks and barriers. The selected vendor, Sunshine ERC Targeted Research Training Program at the University of Central Florida, is uniquely qualified due to established partnerships in the hospitality sector and expertise in occupational health research. The justification emphasizes that no other organizations possess the necessary qualifications and connections needed for this specific work, making them the only viable option. The procurement falls under open market guidelines, citing that only one source is reasonably available per federal regulations. The document includes certifications confirming the accuracy of this justification by officials from both the program and contracting offices, indicating the urgency and specialized nature of the required services. Overall, the document aims to ensure compliance with procurement policies while addressing a critical need in the hospitality sector.
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