Notice of Intent to Sole Source; 3M Health Information Systems Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source contract to 3M Health Information Systems for the acquisition of the 360 Encompass application. This procurement aims to replace the existing 3M Clinical Abstracting (ClinTrac) system, which is being phased out by the vendor, ensuring continuity in health information management services. The 360 Encompass application is critical for clinical documentation improvement, coding excellence, and computer-assisted coding, and it integrates seamlessly with the NIH's existing infrastructure, minimizing additional costs and implementation time associated with switching vendors. Interested parties may submit their capabilities and interest to Kristin Nagashima at kristin.nagashima@nih.gov by November 6, 2024, at 3 PM EST.
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.
PATTSY WAVE ® browser-based software Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order to Anaqua, Inc. for the renewal of the PATTSY WAVE® software license, which is crucial for their Intellectual Property Management. The procurement aims to secure the sole-source PATTSY WAVE® browser-based trademark docketing software, which is essential for maintaining sensitive data security and operational continuity within NIH's internal systems. Transitioning to an alternative software solution poses significant risks, including high costs, potential data loss, and adverse impacts on staff productivity. Interested parties may submit capability statements to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements by November 14, 2024, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for consideration. For further inquiries, contact Ryan K. Alexander at ryan.alexander@nih.gov.
Access to Elsevier’s “Science Direct” On-Line Services Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking qualified vendors to provide continued access to Elsevier’s ScienceDirect, Embase, and Reaxys online services. The objective is to ensure NIH and HHS staff have uninterrupted access to a wide range of electronic journals and databases, which are critical for their research and administrative functions. This contract will support the NIH Library's mission by enhancing access to scientific literature, thereby improving productivity and efficiency among researchers and clinicians. Interested organizations must submit their capability statements by November 6, 2024, at 10 A.M. EST, and can direct inquiries to Oghogho Joy Ajao at ajaooj@mail.nih.gov.
Notice of Intent to Sole Source; Siemens Medical Solutions Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source contract to Siemens Medical Solutions for the maintenance and support of the Syngo Dynamics application. This acquisition aims to activate a software maintenance agreement for the proprietary Syngo Dynamics General Ultrasound software, which is critical for daily operations in patient care at the NIH Clinical Center. The contract will be awarded under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13, allowing for a sole source procurement due to the unique nature of the software. Interested parties may express their interest and capabilities to Kristin Nagashima at kristin.nagashima@nih.gov by November 15, 2024, at 10 AM EST.
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.
NOI Cytiva Sepax C-Pro Cell Processing Systems Software Upgrade Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to award a firm fixed price contract for a software upgrade on two Cytiva Sepax C-Pro Cell Processing Systems. The objective of this procurement is to enhance the functionality of these systems, which are critical for the Department of Transfusion Medicine, thereby reducing the need for alternative devices and associated maintenance costs. The software upgrades are necessary to ensure the full operational capabilities of the existing equipment, as Cytiva-Global Life Sciences Solutions USA LLC is the sole supplier of the proprietary software required for this task. Interested parties must submit capability statements by November 14, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST to Sheri Eiri at sheri.eiri@nih.gov for consideration.
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.
Scientific Management and Support to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Repository and Genomics Resource (NRGR) Health And Human Services, Department Of
The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals for scientific management and support services for the National Institute of Mental Health Repository and Genomics Resource (NRGR). The objective of this procurement is to sustain, enhance, and enrich the NRGR, which provides critical biospecimens and genomic data for research on psychiatric disorders, thereby facilitating a deeper understanding of the genetic factors associated with mental health. This initiative is vital for advancing research in the genetics of mental disorders and ensuring broad access to valuable biospecimens and data resources for the scientific community. Proposals are due by November 8, 2024, and must be submitted electronically via the NIH's eCPS system; interested parties should contact Sarah Adan at sarah.adan@nih.gov or Valerie Whipple at valerie.whipple@nih.gov for further information.