Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence Warfighter Brain Health Research and Translation Support Services
ID: TBICoE-25Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCYFALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c2706f0b23ff49779ed87fa1e66f89b6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA), is seeking qualified businesses to provide Warfighter Brain Health Research and Translation Support Services for the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE). The procurement aims to enhance TBICoE's capabilities in conducting clinical research, developing educational materials, and supporting TBI surveillance, addressing military-relevant gaps in brain health for service members and veterans. This initiative is critical for advancing knowledge in military health and ensuring the readiness of warfighters facing challenges related to traumatic brain injuries. Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement by 4:00 p.m. EST on May 20, 2025, and can contact John A. Cowgill at john.a.cowgill4.ctr@health.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John A. Cowgill
    (703) 275-6345
    (703) 275-6037
    john.a.cowgill4.ctr@health.mil
    Sou J. Walls
    (703) 275-6262
    (703) 275-6037
    sou.j.walls.civ@health.mil
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    TBICoE_PWS_DRAFTContracting_20250414_v10.docx
    The solicitation from the Department of Defense outlines a Performance Work Statement for the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE), focusing on Warfighter Brain Health Research and Translation Support Services. The contractor will deliver comprehensive personal and non-personal services, including personnel, equipment, and support to enhance TBICoE’s research on traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and brain health for military personnel. Key responsibilities include conducting clinical research, developing training and educational materials, and supporting TBI surveillance within various military facilities. The TBICoE aims to address military-relevant gaps in brain health through collaboration across different agencies and stakeholders, ensuring the translation of research into clinical practice. The contract encompasses a structured service delivery period with specific transition-in and transition-out procedures, emphasizing quality control, personnel requirements, and adherence to federal regulations. Contractors must maintain high-level expertise within TBI topics and ensure effective project management, data analysis, and dissemination of findings. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to advancing knowledge in military health and supporting warfighter readiness in the face of TBI-related challenges.
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