Mental Health in Rural and Frontier America
Awarded contract 75N95020P00656 to WESTERN INTERSTATE COMMISSION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION for 189130.00 on 2020-09-28. NIMh-20-004329 Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Institute on Drug Abuse
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE Federal Business Opportunities (Beta.sam.gov) Solicitation Number: NIMH-20-004329 Title: Mental Health in Rural America NAICS Code: 611710 – Educational Support Services Product Service Code: B542 Educational Studies Description: This is a Sources Sought notice. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability and capability of all qualified sources to perform a potential requirement. This notice is issued to help determine the availability of qualified companies technically capable of meeting the Government requirement and to determine the method of acquisition. It is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses will not be considered as proposals or quotes. No award will be made as a result of this notice. The Government will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by the respondents to this notice. This notice is strictly for research and information purposes only. Background: The publication will provide an updated overview of the latest information and knowledge regarding mental health in rural America. This compendium will include information from published research, policy reviews, and other literature that has focused on rural mental health issues including substance use and misuse. The publication will also provide a comprehensive annotated bibliography of rural mental health literature. The proposed publication would consist of approximately 120 pages. The contractor will submit this publication electronically. The NIMH staff serving as point of contact along with the contractor will discuss phase one deliverable which will serve to form the framework for the literature review and gap analysis conducted in the second phase, which will constitute the second deliverable. The phase 2 deliverable is an online publication that will provide a description of stakeholder input, a description of the current state of knowledge and an outline of the gaps in information that can be addressed tough research that will include the following. How to increase the number and/or reach of mental health care providers in rural and frontier areas and/or improve access to quality care How to increase the utilization and impact of telehealth and telepsychiatry in rural areas How to examine why rural areas are so vulnerable to substance use disorder (e.g., opioid crisis, methamphetamine, fentanyl) as well as suicide. How to improve access to employment opportunities/reduce the disability rate of rural residents who are recovering from substance use disorder diagnosis and treatment, as well as mental health diagnosis treatment. How to reduce the rates of trauma and adverse childhood events in rural areas and improve the care of rural children, who experience high rates of mental, behavioral, and developmental disorders. How to increase the use of effective, evidence-based interventions for mental health and substance use treatment available for rural communities. How to enhance the use of effective screening and referral procedures for mental, developmental, and substance problems in rural healthcare settings. How to examine the nature of the relationship between social determinants of health, mental health, and substance misuse in rural places. How to determine the causal inter-relationships between rural culture, mental health, and substance use (e.g., alcohol, tobacco) and misuse. How to empower the research community to conduct innovative research that is methodologically well-suited for rural settings and likely to yield interventions that would be adopted. How the above topics intersect with diverse populations, as well as additional challenges faced by under-represented and marginalized groups in rural places. Purpose and Objectives: The purpose of this acquisition is to provide a service contract to the contractor shall provide all resources necessary to accomplish the tasks and deliverables described above. The contractor shall provide a phase one deliverable that will consist of a comprehensive summary of the input from stakeholders collected by the contract and will describe the gaps in knowledge. The second deliverable will be an online publication. Period of Performance: Base Year: 9/1/2020 – 8/31/2021 Option Period 1: 9/1/2021 – 2/28/2022 Option Period 2: 3/1/2022 – 8/31/2022 Capability statement /information sought: Respondents must provide clear and convincing documentation of their capability of providing the products specified in this notice. This consists of not only the technical expertise in creating an online resource but 4esponses must detail with specificity the subject matter expertise in rural mental health, the extensive networks among the community of practice who work with indigenous communities in low-resource settings, and the history of relationship with mental health innovators. The respondent must also provide their DUNS number, organization name, address, point of contact, and size and type of business (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, etc., pursuant to the applicable NAICS code and any other information that may be helpful in developing or finalizing the acquisition requirements. Finally, respondents are also encouraged to provide a general overview of the respondent’s opinions about the difficulty and/or feasibility of the potential requirement, and any other information regarding innovative ideas or concepts that may be applicable. Submission Instructions: One (1) copy of the response is required and must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format using 11-point or 12-point font, 8-1/2” x 11” paper size, with 1” top, bottom, left and right margins, and with single or double spacing. The information submitted must be must be in and outline format that addresses each of the elements of the project requirement and in the capability statement /information sought paragraphs stated herein. A cover page and an executive summary may be included but is not required. The response is limited to ten (10) page limit. The 10-page limit does not include the cover page, executive summary, or references, if requested. The response must include the respondents’ technical and administrative points of contact, including names, titles, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail addresses. All responses to this notice must be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Facsimile responses are NOT accepted. The response must be submitted to Michelle Cecilia, Contract Specialist, NIH/NIDA at michellececilia.cecilia@nih.gov and Contract Officer, Valerie Whipple at vallerie.whipple@nih.gov. The response must be received on or before August 11, 2020 at 12:00 pm Eastern Time. “Disclaimer and Important Notes: This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s qualifications to perform the work. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted. After a review of the responses received, a presolicitation synopsis and solicitation may be published on Beta.sam.gov. However, responses to this notice will not be considered adequate responses to a solicitation. Confidentiality: No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in your response. The Government reserves the right to use any non- proprietary technical information in any resultant sol NIMH-20-004329 Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Institute on Drug Abuse
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Mental Health in Rural and Frontier America Competitive Combined Synopsis/Solicitation NIMH-20-004329 INTRODUCTION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This acquisition is being conducted in accordance with the procedures of FAR Part 13--Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The solicitation number is NIMH-20-004329 and the solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE The intended procurement is classified under NAICS code 611710 with a size standard of $16.5 million is being considered. SET-ASIDE STATUS This acquisition is not restricted and available for full and open competition. ACQUISITION AUTHORITY This acquisition is for a commercial item or service and is conducted under the authority of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13—Simplified Acquisition Procedures and FAR Part 12—Acquisition of Commercial Items and is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition teshold. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect tough Federal Acquisition Circular 2020-08 dated August 13, 2020. The resultant contract will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect tough this date. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT Background The publication will provide an updated overview of the latest information and knowledge regarding mental health in rural America. This compendium will include information from published research, policy reviews, and other literature that has focused on rural mental health issues including substance use and misuse. The publication will also provide a comprehensive annotated bibliography of rural mental health literature. The proposed publication would consist of approximately 120 pages. The contractor will submit this publication electronically. Project Requirements See Attached Statement of Work for details. Delivery Requirements/Period of Performance Base Period: 9/15/2020 – 3/14/2022 Contract Type The Government intends to issue a firm fixed price purchase order for this requirement. Invoicing shall be in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act and payment shall be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Response Format Responses to this solicitation must include clear and convincing evidence of the offeror's bona fide capabilities of fulfilling the requirement as it relates to the statement of work. The contractor must submit (1) a technical proposal, (2) a cost/ price proposal (3) Signed FAR Clauses contained in Attachment 4. Technical Proposal: Offerors may provide up to 15, 8.5 by 11-inch pages (using no less than 10 font size) as their proposal to be evaluated. The technical submission will address the Statement of Work and be responsive to the attached evaluation factors. The 15-page technical submission limitation does not include and is in addition to the pages relating to relevant resume credentials and the price proposal. Technical submission pages in excess of this page limitation will not be considered. Cost/Price Proposal: The offeror’s price proposal must include all cost related to the Statement of Work. The cost/price proposal shall be submitted in the Microsoft Excel format. In addition, the quote must provide their company name, Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size must be included in the response. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov.” EVALUATION The provision at FAR clause 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. See Evaluation Criteria attachment for details. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Offerors to include a signed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.204-24, Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (AUG 2019), FAR 52.204-25,Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (AUG 2020), FAR 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services Representation (AUG 2020), FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (JUN 2020), with its offer.(See Attachment 5) The FAR clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items. See Clauses attachment. FAR clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. See clauses attachment.The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) are not applicable to this requirement. Responses to this solicitation must include clear and convincing evidence of the offeror's capability of fulfilling the requirement as it relates to the technical evaluation criteria. The cost/price proposal must include labor costs, breakdown and rationale for other direct costs or materials, and the total amount. In addition, the Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size must be included in the response. All offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov." CLOSING INFORMATION All responses must be received by 12:00 PM, Tuesday, September 1, 2020 and reference number NIMH-20-004329. Responses may be submitted electronically to michellececilia.cecilia@nih.gov, and valerie.whipple@nih.gov. Any questions must be submitted by 12:00 PM EST on Thursday, August 28, 2020. Fax responses will not be accepted. ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 – Statement of Work Attachment 2 – Evaluation Criteria Attachment 3 – 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 Attachment 4 – FAR Clauses 52.204-24, 52.204-25, 52.204-26 and 52.212-3 Attachment 5 – Invoice Instructions NIMH-20-004329 Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Institute on Drug Abuse
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