Scalable Solutions Office: Office-Wide Innovative Solutions Opening for Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
ID: 352989Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (HHS-ARPAH)

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is inviting proposals for innovative solutions through its Scalable Solutions Office, aimed at enhancing healthcare access and affordability across diverse communities. The agency seeks project proposals that leverage interdisciplinary approaches to address healthcare disparities, improve manufacturing processes, and develop scalable healthcare technologies, particularly in underserved areas. This initiative is critical for advancing health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to healthcare solutions, especially in emergencies and rural settings. Proposals are due by March 14, 2025, with an expected 100 awards available, and interested applicants can contact Mark Baxter at mark.baxter@arpa-h.gov for further information.

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    The Administrative and National Policy Requirements document is a mandatory component of the volume 1 proposal submission and must adhere to specific formatting guidelines. It includes sections for identifying team members, disclosing conflicts of interest, detailing research security concerns, and outlining intellectual property and human subjects research, among other administrative requirements. Proposers must ensure the document is complete, in accepted formats, and written in English, with no page limit specified.
    The Administrative and National Policy Requirements document outlines mandatory formatting and submission protocols for proposal submissions, including specific details on required content such as team member identification, conflict of interest disclosures, research security, intellectual property, and ethical considerations for human and animal subjects. All submissions must be made in specific file formats, adhere to layout guidelines, and comply with national security regulations. Additionally, the document emphasizes the need for detailed plans regarding the management of controlled unclassified information and explores representations concerning unpaid tax liabilities or felony convictions.
    The Cost Proposal requires proposers to submit a narrative detailing all cost-related components, formatted on standard letter-sized paper. Specific instructions are provided for outlining costs associated with key areas such as labor, materials, equipment purchases, and other direct costs, along with necessary documentation to support these costs. Proposers must also provide details on travel, cost sharing, and consultant/subawardee expenses, ensuring all financial elements are clearly justified.
    The Cost Proposal requires a detailed narrative alongside a cost spreadsheet, specifically focusing on cost-related information, formatted for 8.5 x 11-inch paper. Proposers must substantiate significant cost drivers, such as equipment purchases, through supporting documentation and provide comprehensive breakdowns of costs across various categories including labor, materials, travel, and indirect costs. Additionally, the proposal must include key organizational details and a value analysis to identify any potential cost reductions without compromising project objectives.
    The document provides detailed instructions for filling out a spreadsheet related to a Cost Proposal, emphasizing the importance of entering data only in green-filled cells and following a specified order. It contains multiple tabs and categories for proposal data, labor rates, indirect costs, materials, travel, and other direct costs, ensuring that all necessary details for subcontractors and the prime contractor are captured. Specific guidelines are provided for time periods, cost entries, and required data fields for completion, ultimately guiding users in the organized and accurate submission of their proposals.
    The document outlines an Other Transaction Agreement between the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) and a Potential Performer, detailing the terms for a collaborative research and development project focused on critical technology efforts. It includes guidelines for project management, payment milestones, intellectual property rights, and compliance with federal laws, emphasizing the Government's engagement and the allocation of rights to inventions and data derived from the research. Key provisions address termination conditions, publication rights, and the management of human and animal subjects in compliance with applicable regulations.
    The Other Transaction Agreement between ARPA-H and the Potential Performer outlines the collaborative framework for a research and development project aimed at advancing critical technologies in healthcare that current methods fail to address. It specifies the agreement's scope, roles, and responsibilities of key personnel, payment structures for milestones, and conditions for intellectual property rights and data sharing, ensuring government interests and funding protocols are maintained throughout the project duration. Additionally, it includes provisions on disputes, project management, compliance with ethical research standards, and elimination of certain foreign telecommunications equipment to safeguard national security.
    The Task Description Document (TDD) template outlines the requirements for detailing task breakdowns, objectives, approaches, locations, responsible organizations, milestones, and deliverables for proposed tasks or subtasks. It emphasizes the need to indicate any involvement with human subjects or animals, specify delivery expectations, and cite observable milestones to mark task progress. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for ensuring clarity and accountability in project execution without including proprietary information.
    The Task Description Document (TDD) serves as a guide for outlining specific tasks and their associated objectives within a proposal. It requires a detailed breakdown of subtasks, including the method of execution, locations of work, responsible organizations, potential involvement of human or animal subjects, measurable milestones, and defined deliverables. The template encourages clarity and thoroughness to ensure all necessary components are covered without including any proprietary information.
    The document outlines the requirements for submitting a Technical and Management Volume proposal, specifying format, length limitations, and a structured approach to content that encourages detailed descriptions and examples. Proposals must not exceed 20 pages, excluding specific components like the cover sheet and bibliography, and should focus on addressing the proposed project's goals, technical challenges, and innovative claims while adhering to evaluation criteria. Inclusion of additional materials is permitted for reviewers' convenience but will not be evaluated as part of the proposal.
    The document outlines the requirements for the Technical and Management Volume of proposals, specifying formatting guidelines, page limits, and content expectations. Proposals must not exceed 20 pages, excluding specific components like the cover sheet and bibliography, and should focus on detailing the proposed project's goals, impacts, and innovative aspects. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for conciseness, technical detail, and careful consideration of evaluation criteria while highlighting the roles and expertise of team members involved in the project.
    The Task Description Document (TDD) provides a structured template for detailing specific tasks related to a project, including objectives, methods, locations, responsible organizations, deliverables, and measurable milestones. Each task is to be clearly defined, with particular attention given to any involvement of human subjects or animals, and must indicate where the work will take place, frequently on university campuses. The goal is to ensure comprehensive clarity and accountability throughout the project execution process.
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