Clinical Studies of Infectious Agents, Vaccines and Antivirals in Adult and Pediatric Human Subjects
ID: 75N93025R00014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

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

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Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)
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    Posted Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 30, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is seeking small business contractors to conduct clinical studies focused on infectious agents, vaccines, and antivirals for both adult and pediatric populations. The primary objectives include evaluating the safety, immunogenicity, and efficacy of vaccines against various viruses, including emerging threats like Zika, with a project duration anticipated from August 2026 to August 2033 under a cost-reimbursement IDIQ contract structure. This initiative builds on decades of NIH-led research and aims to advance medical research through strategic partnerships with capable small businesses. Interested parties should submit their capability statements, including prior experience and qualifications, to the primary contact, Uju Obii-Obioha, at uju.obii-obioha@nih.gov, by the specified deadlines.

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Jan 16, 2025, 6:06 PM UTC
The Sources Sought Notice RFP #75N93025R00014, issued by the NIH, seeks small business contractors capable of conducting clinical studies focused on infectious agents, vaccines, and antivirals for both adult and pediatric populations. The aim is to assess safety, immunogenicity, and efficacy of vaccines against various viruses, including emerging threats like Zika. This effort builds on decades of NIH-led research and develops candidates that have progressed towards licensing agreements across multiple countries. The project involves three task areas: evaluating vaccine safety and immunogenicity in children and adults and conducting challenge studies in an inpatient setting. The anticipated contract duration is seven years, from August 2026 to August 2033, structured as a cost-reimbursement IDIQ contract. Responses to this notice should include the capability statement, detailing prior experience, professional qualifications, and the ability to execute the tasks required. Businesses must provide specific details such as UEI number, company information, and confirm registration with SAM. The government emphasizes the voluntary nature of submissions, which will not obligate any contract award. This initiative highlights the NIH's ongoing commitment to advancing medical research through strategic partnerships with capable small businesses.
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