Scientific Information Management and Literature-based Evaluations for the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
ID: NIH-NIEHS-2024-SIMType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH NIEHSMORRISVILLE, NC, 27560, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/15fb603a759c445c9821be72cfd768ae/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking qualified contractors to provide scientific information management and literature-based evaluations. The primary objective of this procurement is to support the Division of Translational Toxicology through various tasks, including systematic reviews, evidence synthesis, report development, and document preparation, with an emphasis on advancing research related to environmental exposures and public health. This opportunity is particularly significant as it aims to enhance the understanding of environmental health impacts, with the anticipated contract spanning ten years, starting in September 2027. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capability statements and feedback on the draft Statement of Work to Mikel Outen at mikel.outen@nih.gov or Erica Kitzmiller at erica.kitzmiller@nih.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mikel Outen
    mikel.outen@nih.gov
    Erica Kitzmiller
    erica.kitzmiller@nih.gov
    Files
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    Draft SOW.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines a non-personal service contract for the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) to conduct scientific information management and literature-based evaluations. The purpose is to support the Division of Translational Toxicology (DTT) through nine specific areas, including systematic reviews, evidence synthesis, report development, and document preparation. The contractor must provide qualified personnel and comply with relevant policies while generating electronic deliverables that meet Section 508 accessibility standards. Key capabilities required of the contractor include expertise in literature searching, data extraction, study quality assessment, and scientific data visualization. The contractor will contribute to essential research programs focusing on the impact of environmental exposures on public health. Deliverables include monthly progress reports, annual reports, and compliance with IT security plans. The contractor is also responsible for conflict of interest screening and ensuring all documentation produced is property of the Government, compliant with safety laws and regulations. This SOW emphasizes the importance of collaboration, data integrity, and scientific rigor in fulfilling the contract's objectives to advance public health knowledge.
    SB Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) to gather market research for potential contractors capable of supporting various scientific information management projects. The contract will focus on areas such as project management, literature reviews in environmental health, systematic reviews, report preparation, and logistical management for meetings. The anticipated contract will span ten years, starting in September 2027, following the completion of an existing contract with ICF Incorporated, LLC. NIEHS seeks responses from both small and large businesses, and is particularly interested in capabilities in scientific consulting and methodology development. Interested parties must submit their company information, business size classification, and detailed capability statements outlining relevant experience and solutions to meet the contract requirements. The document encourages feedback on the draft Statement of Work (SOW) to enhance clarity and industry alignment. Overall, this notice reflects the NIH's commitment to leveraging diverse expertise to advance research in environmental health and human disease.
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