Synopsis of Proposed Contract Action
ID: 2025-89636Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONAtlanta, GA, 30333, US

NAICS

Medical Laboratories (621511)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9707a4b46e6544bf8276a3c99969c7a6/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is seeking proposals for a contract focused on the development and testing of systems for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) chemistry data. The primary objectives include performing laboratory testing, specifically for a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) and additional biochemical tests, while ensuring compliance with CLIA regulations and submitting results within 21 days of sample receipt. This initiative is crucial for enhancing public health data collection and management, with an estimated annual workload of 3,000 to 5,000 samples. Interested contractors must have active registration in the System for Award Management, and the solicitation is expected to be available on SAM.gov around December 16, 2024. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact David Santimaw at zgm2@cdc.gov or 770-488-5282, or Arianna Williams at xsm2@cdc.gov or 770-488-5036.

    Point(s) of Contact
    David Santimaw
    (770) 488-5282
    zgm2@cdc.gov
    Arianna Williams
    (770) 488-5036
    xsm2@cdc.gov
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    A11 - Synopsis of Proposed Contract Action - 2025-89636.pdf
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development and testing of systems related to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) chemistry data. The contractor will be responsible for laboratory testing and reporting results within 21 days of sample receipt, focusing on a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) and additional biochemical tests. The project seeks CLIA-certified laboratories capable of handling an estimated 3,000 to 5,000 samples annually across various tests. The RFP outlines two main objectives: performing laboratory tests and developing laboratory procedure manuals. Testing must comply with CLIA regulations and include effective data submission along with quality control measures. The request will be awarded through a competitive bidding process, with a contract structured as a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type, with a one-year base and four optional years. Contractors must have active registration in the System for Award Management. The solicitation is expected to be available on SAM.gov around December 16, 2024. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to public health data collection and management.
    Sources-Sought-Synopsis - 2025-89636.pdf
    The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is conducting market research to identify potential providers for General Chemistry Laboratory Testing services related to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). This "Sources Sought Synopsis" aims to gauge interest and capacity among organizations in the medical laboratory sector, classified under NAICS code 621511. Currently, there is no request for proposals; participation in this market survey is voluntary, and the government bears no financial responsibility for responses. Interested organizations are requested to submit their capabilities, including contact information and documentation that highlight relevant experience, personnel qualifications, and any proposed subcontracting arrangements. The government will evaluate submissions based on the ability to deliver services that meet specified requirements, maintain project timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance under a performance-based service acquisition contract. Responses must be submitted via email by November 7, 2024, to designated government contacts. Interested parties should pay attention to specific program requirements, such as having a CLIA-certified laboratory and participating in applicable standardization programs. This procurement effort may include small business set-asides and multiple awarding contracts, depending on the responses received.
    Statement of Work - 2025-89636.pdf
    The NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) General Chemistry Laboratory Testing program, covering the period from January 6, 2025, to January 5, 2030, aims to gather national health statistics on the U.S. population's health and nutritional status. This contract seeks a CLIA-certified laboratory to perform biochemical analyses on approximately 20,000 biological samples collected during the survey, with a focus on diseases such as kidney, liver, and heart disease. The contractor is responsible for the testing of various analytes, including a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel, lipid panels, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, providing results within three weeks of sample receipt. Key tasks include maintaining quality control, developing laboratory procedure manuals, and submitting quarterly reports on testing outcomes and quality assurance. Confidentiality is emphasized, ensuring data remains anonymous and complies with multiple federal privacy regulations. The contract does not provide government-furnished equipment, with all required resources to be supplied by the contractor. Additionally, the contractor must continuously coordinate with the NCHS and maintain stringent quality assurance standards throughout the project's duration. This contract underscores the government's commitment to public health surveillance and data integrity.
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