AN42--WRIISC Veterans Control Group Repository
ID: 36C24226Q0213Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF242-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 02 (36C242)ALBANY, NY, 12208, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; APPLIED RESEARCH (AN42)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/363821f50350481bbb9af07169e4dd29/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor for the WRIISC Veterans Control Group Repository, specifically to support the Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE) in conducting research related to Veterans' exposure to airborne hazards and burn pits. The contractor will be responsible for recruiting and testing a control group of 25 asymptomatic military Veterans annually, collecting, storing, and transferring human cardiopulmonary physiological data to enhance the Post-Deployment Cardiopulmonary Evaluation Network (PDCEN) and improve health outcomes for Veterans. This initiative is critical for establishing a baseline of cardiopulmonary health for comparison with deployment-exposed Veterans and requires expertise in pulmonary diseases, regulatory approvals, and established data acquisition protocols. Interested parties must submit Expressions of Interest by December 22, 2025, to Mariangie Rivera at Mariangie.Rivera@va.gov, with no solicitation document currently available.

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    Mariangie RiveraDepartment of Veterans Affairs
    (518) 626-6246
    Mariangie.Rivera@va.gov
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    36C24226Q0213.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a special notice (Solicitation Number: 36C24226Q0213) for the WRIISC Veterans Control Group Repository. This initiative, managed by the Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE), seeks a contractor with expertise in pulmonary diseases due to environmental and occupational exposures. The contractor will conduct research to collect, store, and transfer human cardiopulmonary physiological data to serve as a Veteran-relevant control group for the AHBPCE’s Post-Deployment Cardiopulmonary Evaluation Network (PDCEN) and the broader medical community. Key responsibilities include securing regulatory approvals, recruiting participants, and managing data to support Veteran health. This effort directly addresses the AHBPCE's congressional mandate to perform research and deliver specialized clinical care related to airborne hazards and burn pit exposures, contributing to improved health outcomes for Veterans.
    Intent to Sole Source -36C24226Q0213.pdf
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract to the Regents of the University of California, San Francisco. This contract, identified as SOL: 36C24226Q0213, aims to fund translational research in support of the War Related Illness and Injury Study Center (WRIISC). The selected contractor will develop, conduct, and disseminate findings from a research project focused on understanding the pathophysiology of adverse health outcomes linked to deployment-related airborne hazards. A key component of this requirement is to enhance the 'control group' for the VA’s Post-Deployment Cardiopulmonary Evaluation Network (PDCEN) by recruiting a second group of deployed or non-deployed military Veterans who are free of symptoms and diseases. The chosen contractor must possess extensive knowledge in pulmonary diseases due to environmental/occupational exposures and have established protocols for acquiring human cardiopulmonary physiology data. This notice explicitly states it is not a Request for Proposals or Quotations, and no solicitation document exists. However, the Government may consider Expressions of Interest (EOI) received by December 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, which must include technical capability and address specific questions. Responses to this notice, including EOIs, must be emailed to Mariangie.Rivera@va.gov by December 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST.
    P02 SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE.pdf
    This government file outlines the requirements for contractors, particularly special category businesses like Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), to determine procurement strategy and viability for sole-source contracts. Contractors must provide documentation supporting their special category status, site location, and plans for self-performance. If subcontracting, they must detail tasks performed by the prime contractor versus the subcontractor. The document requires information on company and proposed technicians' experience, past job performance, and the number of certified/licensed technicians. Contractors must identify Federal Supply Schedules, provide DUNS numbers for verification, and offer 2-3 instances of past relevant experience. Additionally, they need to list any teaming agreements and supply proof of applicable certifications. A critical component is the
    P09 PWS 1.15.2025.pdf
    The Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE) seeks a contractor to enhance the Post-Deployment Cardiopulmonary Evaluation Network (PDCEN) by recruiting and testing a control group of 25 asymptomatic deployed or non-deployed military Veterans annually. This contract, building on a previous project, aims to establish a baseline of cardiopulmonary health for comparison with deployment-exposed Veterans. The contractor must possess expertise in pulmonary diseases, have established protocols for data acquisition, and secure regulatory approvals. Key tasks include project management, obtaining institutional and AHBPCE approvals for research protocols, recruiting and enrolling participants, and collecting, storing, and transferring de-identified cardiopulmonary physiological data. The period of performance is a base year and two option years, with specific deliverables and milestones for each task. Key personnel, including a Principal Investigator, Co-Investigator, Post-doc Fellow, and Study Coordinator, are essential for the project's success.
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