Clinical Support Services for the Research Efforts of the NINDS Stroke Branch
ID: 75N95019C00044Type: Presolicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIDABethesda, MD, 20892, USA

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General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (622110)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fe5492a8afdc4af6847d8ca39a821067/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and its NINDS Stroke Branch, is seeking to contract clinical support services for its research efforts. This pre-solicitation notice outlines a forthcoming contract opportunity for professional support services related to stroke research.

    The primary focus of this work is to assist the NINDS Stroke Branch in managing and supporting clinical trials and research studies. This includes tasks such as patient recruitment, data collection, and general clinical research support. The successful awardee will provide efficient and expert assistance to facilitate the Branch's research objectives.

    To be eligible, applicants should have a strong background in supporting clinical research, with particular experience in stroke-related studies. The ability to manage complex projects and interact with diverse stakeholders is essential. Additionally, the contractor should have in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and good clinical practices.

    The contract is expected to be funded at around $1 million, with a potential period of performance of five years. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract.

    Interested parties should keep watch for the upcoming full solicitation, which will outline the specific requirements for application submission. All applications will be carefully evaluated based on their ability to meet the stated objectives and their past performance.

    For clarification or further information, potential applicants can contact Marlene Milgram at MILGRAMM2@NIDA.NIH.GOV or Rieka Plugge at rieka.plugge@nih.gov.

    Please note that the solicitation process is subject to change, and all interested parties are advised to regularly check for updates and instructions.

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    MILGRAM, MARLENE E
    MILGRAMM2@NIDA.NIH.GOV
    PLUGGE, RIEKA N
    rieka.plugge@nih.gov
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