Request for Information - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention / National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health / World Trade Center Health Program
ID: RFI-CDC-75D301-01Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Outpatient Care Centers (621498)

PSC

MEDICAL- GENERAL HEALTH CARE (Q201)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/233daca114144bfbb0e399124fce3032/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry feedback on a draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) related to the operation of a Survivor Clinical Center of Excellence (CCE) for individuals affected by the September 11, 2011 terrorist attacks in the New York metropolitan area. The objective of this procurement is to ensure continued health monitoring and treatment for eligible survivors, with the CDC seeking input on the clarity, completeness, and feasibility of the draft PWS to enhance the potential procurement process. This initiative is critical for providing necessary healthcare services to a vulnerable population, and the feedback received will help refine the evaluation techniques for selecting qualified vendors. Interested parties must submit their feedback to Serina Allingham at xog9@cdc.gov by 12:00 EST on January 31, 2025, and should note that this RFI is for information purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Serina Allingham
    17704484602
    xog9@cdc.gov
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