NIH IRP Project, Program, and Portfolio (P3) Support Services Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is announcing a special notice regarding the modification of Contract No. 75N98022D00019, awarded to Black Canyon Consulting, LLC (BCC), for Project, Program, and Portfolio (P3) Support Services. The objective of this modification is to increase the contract ceiling by $60 million, raising the total from approximately $95.76 million to $155.76 million, to ensure the continuation of critical, specialized services that support NIH's Intramural Research Program (IRP) amidst ongoing public health challenges. This contract is vital for maintaining operational continuity and enhancing NIH's capacity to address biomedical and clinical research activities, particularly in response to emerging health threats. Interested parties may submit their capabilities for consideration by September 24, 2024, with inquiries directed to Tednette White at tednette.white@nih.gov.
Preventative Maintenance Agreement Health And Human Services, Department Of
Solicitation Notice: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF - NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Agreement for integration systems used in the current Operating Rooms to the Education Room in Bethesda, Maryland, United States. The purpose of this agreement is to support the existing systems and prevent delay in case the integration system goes down. The agreement requires remote monitoring capabilities, collaboration among NIH and other research institutes, and web-based and teleconference consultation and collaboration. The contract duration includes a base year and two option years. This acquisition is being conducted using policies unique to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13. Interested parties may respond to this notice, and the Government will determine whether to compete the requirement based on the responses received.
NIH Small Business Program Office | 2024 Outreach Activities Health And Human Services, Department Of
Special Notice HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF NIH Small Business Program Office | 2024 Outreach Activities
The National Institutes of Health Small Business Program Office is organizing the May 2024 Vendor Outreach Engagement on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Bethesda, Maryland, United States. This event aims to expand and accelerate the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences' contributions to scientific knowledge of human health and the environment. It also focuses on the health and well-being of people everywhere.
The Office of Acquisitions, a full-service contracting organization, will provide comprehensive contracting services during the event. These services include Research and Development (R&D) contracting, Non-Research and Development (Non-R&D) contracting, Simplified acquisitions, Small business program assistance, and Purchase card oversight.
To participate, interested companies must register by clicking the orange "Register" button on the event page. Each company is limited to four attendees, and there is a registration limit of 400 people. This event is free of charge and serves as a substitute for the NIH Small Business Program Office's May 2024 1-on-1 consultations.
Additionally, the NIH Small Business Program Office presents the January 2024 Vendor Outreach Engagement - Newbie Open Forum. This forum, held on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Rockledge II, is specifically for prospective vendors who do not have NIH's past performance as a prime contractor. The forum provides an opportunity for vendors to interact with the NIH SBPO, learn about the NIH's contracting needs, and network with attendees.
Space is limited for this event, with each company limited to one attendee. The registration limit is 40 people. Similar to the May 2024 event, this forum substitutes the NIH Small Business Program Office's January 2024 1-on-1 consultations and is free of charge.
To join the NIH Small Business Office listserv, interested individuals can copy and paste the provided link into their web browser. The room number and additional details for the event will be provided the day before the event.
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NIH Business and Professional Support Services (BPSS) IV Health And Human Services, Department Of
Special Notice: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking NIH Business and Professional Support Services (BPSS) IV. This includes various business and professional support services such as financial analysis, business solutions, acquisition lifecycle support, business process improvement, organizational assessment, communication and training, program planning and management services, policy development, implementation, and administration, system integration work, Center of Excellence (COE) support, and human resources (HR) solutions. The purpose of this notice is to provide an update for BPSS IV, as the required internal documents are currently being processed. The posting of the solicitation is not estimated at this time. Any updates regarding the solicitation will be posted on sam.gov. Please monitor sam.gov for updates. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum Commerce, Department Of
Special Notice: COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF - NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a special notice regarding the NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum. This Addendum is incorporated into any terms of service, end-user license agreements, or software license agreements intended to create binding obligations on NIST or NIST employees acting in an official capacity.
The purpose of the NIST Addendum is to establish certain provisions and requirements for agreements involving NIST. It covers various aspects such as the governing laws, dispute resolution, indemnification and warranties, intellectual property, confidentiality, audits, additional terms, obligations and taxes, non-assignment, precedence and survival, and duration of the agreement.
This notice ensures that any agreement entered into by NIST, its employees, or authorized end users includes the automatic inclusion of the NIST Addendum. It clarifies that the act of clicking an "I agree" box or electronically accepting an agreement does not bind the Government, its employees, or any authorized end user without the simultaneous automatic inclusion of this Addendum.
The NIST Addendum emphasizes that the Agreement is governed exclusively by the Federal laws of the United States of America, and laws of other jurisdictions do not apply. It also limits specific remedies, indemnifications, warranties, liabilities, fines, penalties, fees, and interest charges to those traditionally available in law suits involving the Federal government or as permitted by Federal law.
Furthermore, the Addendum states that intellectual property created by employees of the Federal government is owned exclusively by the Federal government, with no encumbrances or obligations for licensing or assignment to any other party. It also addresses confidentiality or use of information provisions, which are subject to the Freedom of Information Act and other Federal laws and regulations governing confidential or protected information provided to NIST.
The NIST Addendum clarifies that only information identified as confidential in writing when supplied to NIST will be treated as confidential. It also highlights that information obtained by NIST is subject to the Whistleblower Protection Act, ensuring consistency with existing statutes and Executive orders relating to classified information, communications to Congress, reporting violations, and whistleblower protection.
Additionally, the Addendum specifies that only the U.S. Inspector General or other authorized Federal agency may audit NIST. It also includes provisions for any additional terms or conditions, future modifications to the Agreement, or documents incorporated by reference, which are subject to this Addendum.
The Agreement does not obligate any funds, and the Government is duty and tax-exempt. It also prohibits the assignment or delegation of rights or obligations without the Government's prior approval. The NIST Addendum takes precedence over all other terms and conditions in the Agreement or related documents and survives the termination of the Agreement. The duration of the Agreement is limited to five (5) years.
Overall, this special notice provides important information about the NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum, which establishes provisions and requirements for agreements involving NIST, ensuring compliance with Federal laws and regulations, protecting intellectual property, and clarifying the inclusion of this Addendum in any binding agreement.
MANUSCRIPT PREPARATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking a contractor to provide manuscript preparation management services on a sole source basis with BioCentric, LLC. The contractor will be responsible for a range of tasks including coordinating with authors, assisting in writing and editing manuscripts, developing biomedical illustrations, and managing journal submissions and communications. This contract is a follow-on to an existing agreement and will cover a base year with two option years, emphasizing the importance of high-quality medical writing and publication support in advancing NIH's research objectives. Interested vendors capable of meeting these requirements must submit a capability statement to Ms. Van Holley at holleyv@od.nih.gov by September 18, 2024, at 10 AM EST.
Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Instrument- Brand Name or Equal Health And Human Services, Department Of
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking quotes for a Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Instrument, either brand name or equal, to support its Vaccine Research Center's structural biology efforts. The procurement aims to acquire a high-throughput SPR instrument that meets specific technical requirements, including dimensions, weight, temperature ranges, and data collection capabilities, to facilitate biophysical and structural analysis of macromolecules. This equipment is critical for advancing research in infectious diseases and vaccine development. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 4:30 PM EST on September 19, 2024, to Hershea Vance at hershea.vance@nih.gov, and ensure compliance with all specified requirements and clauses outlined in the solicitation documents.
Intent to Sole Source for MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION AND TRACKING SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PERSPECTIVES (EHP) Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Knowledgeworks Global Limited (KGL) for a Manuscript Submission and Tracking System to support its scholarly journals, including Environmental Health Perspectives (EHP) and the Journal of Health and Pollution (JHP). The procurement aims to leverage KGL's unique capabilities and prior success in delivering such systems, ensuring a seamless transition from the current Aries Systems’ Editorial Manager and ProduXion Manager, thereby maintaining operational efficiency as submissions are expected to grow annually by 5%. This contract is vital for upholding NIEHS's commitment to a high-quality, diamond open-access publishing model with no author fees. Interested parties should note that responses to this presolicitation must be submitted by September 19, 2024, with the contract period spanning from October 2024 to October 2029, including a base year and four option periods. For further inquiries, contact Chantal Cornelius at chantal.cornelius@nih.gov.
Sleepworks Service Agreement Health And Human Services, Department Of
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), intends to award a non-competitive contract for a Sleepworks Service Agreement. This procurement aims to secure a service maintenance agreement for equipment utilized in research focused on identifying electrical activity patterns in the sleeping brain, which is crucial for detecting neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders. The contract will support collaborative efforts with various scientific centers to enhance understanding of sleep's role in brain development through advanced recording techniques and biomarker exploration. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by September 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. EST, to Robin Knightly at Robin.Knightly@nih.gov, referencing solicitation number 75N95024Q00579.