RENEWAL OF SOFTWARE LICENSE, MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT FOR GENEDATA ANALYST (AMBIS 2253271)
ID: NOI-NIAID-25-2253271Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAIDBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d65da71382684a6bbbdc63344693759a/view
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract for the renewal of the Genedata Analyst software license, along with maintenance and support services. This procurement is essential for the ongoing bioinformatics and statistical analysis of large ‘multi-omics’ datasets, which are critical for understanding immune responses in human samples during influenza A virus vaccination and infection studies. The software plays a vital role in the research conducted by the Viral Pathogenesis and Evolution Section, aiding in the development of novel vaccines and antiviral therapies. Interested vendors must submit capability statements via the NIH electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS) by 4:00 PM EST on January 31, 2025, and can contact Rita Davis at rita.davis@nih.gov or Tonia Alexander at talexander@niaid.nih.gov for further information.

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    The document provides instructions for submitting quotes through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) electronic Simplified Acquisition Submission System (eSASS). It emphasizes that all quotes must be submitted electronically via eSASS, with no acceptance of faxed or emailed submissions. Offerors must adhere to specified deadlines, with late proposals being deemed unacceptable. For quote preparation, the document outlines the need to create distinct PDF or Word files for both Technical and Business Quotes without cross-referencing each other. Each quote must be individually formatted to enhance word searches, and any signature documents should be merged into these files. Furthermore, it specifies naming conventions for the files to ensure easy identification, recommending formats that incorporate the offeror's name, solicitation number, and type of proposal. Clarity in documentation and adherence to guidelines are stressed to facilitate a smooth submission process. Overall, this guide serves to streamline quote submissions for government contract opportunities, ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
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