Research Triangle Institute
Research Triangle Institute, doing business as RTI International, is an independent, non-profit research organization that provides a wide range of technical and advisory services to the federal government. Established in 1958 and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, RTI International leverages expertise across disciplines such as health, education, social and economic policy, advanced technology, energy, and the environment. The organization has received numerous federal contract and grant awards to support research, program evaluation, technical assistance, and implementation of evidence-based practices across multiple agencies. Through its multidisciplinary approach, RTI International aims to address complex challenges and improve the human condition by turning knowledge into practice.
Through federal contracts, RTI International has provided diverse services including technical guidance, assessments, data analysis, and program evaluation. For the Environmental Protection Agency, RTI has conducted risk assessments, environmental modeling, and policy analysis related to air quality, water resources, and chemical safety. The organization has supported the Department of Health and Human Services with public health research, healthcare delivery studies, and substance abuse prevention initiatives. RTI has also assisted the Department of Justice with criminal justice research, forensic science advancement, and victim services program evaluations. Additionally, RTI has worked with the U.S. Agency for International Development on global health, education, and governance projects in developing countries. These contract awards have typically been competitively awarded without set-asides, leveraging RTI's status as an experienced federal contractor.
RTI International's federal grant portfolio reflects its multidisciplinary research capabilities. The National Institutes of Health has awarded RTI numerous grants for biomedical research, clinical trials support, and public health studies in areas such as substance abuse, mental health, and infectious diseases. The National Science Foundation has funded RTI for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education research and workforce development initiatives. The Department of Education has supported RTI's work on education policy analysis, literacy interventions, and special education research. Additionally, RTI has received grants from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for chronic disease prevention, injury control, and environmental health studies. Many of these grants involve collaborations with academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and community partners to leverage diverse expertise and resources.
RTI International holds several significant federal contract Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (IDVs) that enable streamlined procurement of its services. The organization has a Blanket Purchase Agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency for risk assessment and technical analysis support, allowing task orders to be issued for environmental science and policy work. RTI also holds a single-award IDV with the U.S. Agency for International Development for Central America Regional Support Services, enabling the agency to procure a range of development assistance services. The National Institutes of Health has awarded RTI a BPA for product development support and coordination for its NHLBI Catalyze program. Additionally, RTI has IDVs with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for data-related services and with the Department of Labor for evaluation services supporting its Chief Evaluation Office. These vehicles demonstrate the breadth of RTI's capabilities and its status as a trusted partner across multiple federal agencies.
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Not listed 3040 E Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC 27709, USA
11/5/01 2/21/26 The Manhattan Strategy Group LLC
The Manhattan Strategy Group LLC, doing business as Manhattan Strategy Group LLC, is a minority-owned, small disadvantaged business that provides research and management consulting services to federal government agencies. The company specializes in program evaluation, data analytics, performance measurement, technical assistance, and grants management. As a boutique consulting firm, Manhattan Strategy Group has established itself as a trusted partner for various federal agencies, leveraging its expertise to support initiatives in education, workforce development, social services, and public health. The firm's services are primarily focused on helping government agencies improve program effectiveness, enhance data-driven decision-making, and implement evidence-based practices across a wide range of policy areas.
Manhattan Strategy Group has been awarded numerous prime and subcontract awards from agencies such as the Departments of Education, Labor, Agriculture, Homeland Security, and Health and Human Services. As a prime contractor, the company has provided services ranging from education research and technical assistance for programs like Head Start and English language learners to workforce program evaluations and surveys for food assistance initiatives. Notable projects include supporting the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), providing technical assistance for the Runaway and Homeless Youth Communications program, and conducting evaluations for the Department of Homeland Security's Case Management Pilot Program. The firm often collaborates with other consultancies and research organizations like American Institutes for Research, Westat, Education Northwest, and Civicactions on task areas involving technical assistance delivery, data collection, and analysis. Many of Manhattan Strategy Group's prime awards have set-aside designations including minority-owned business, HUBZone, woman-owned small business, and small disadvantaged business.
The company holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (IDVs) with federal agencies. These include a $99 million Chief Evaluation Office Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the Department of Labor, a $30 million program evaluation and analysis BPA with the Department of Homeland Security, and a $50 million data/IT support BPA with the Department of Education. Under these IDVs, Manhattan Strategy Group provides services such as technical assistance to expand apprenticeship programs, security program evaluations for initiatives like FEMA flood mitigation, and database administration for the National Reporting System used to track career education outcomes. Task orders have been awarded by various agencies including the DOL Employment and Training Administration, Education's Institute of Education Sciences, DHS Federal Emergency Management Agency, and USDA Food and Nutrition Service to procure customized research, analysis, and program support services under these larger procurement vehicles. These IDVs demonstrate Manhattan Strategy Group's capacity to deliver comprehensive solutions across multiple federal agencies and program areas.
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Not listed 420 Lexington Ave #300, New York, NY 10170, USA
1/13/05 7/25/25 Center For Occupational Research And Development, Inc.
The Center For Occupational Research And Development, Inc., doing business as Cord, is a non-profit organization that provides services related to career and technical education (CTE) programs. Cord has been registered in SAM.gov since 2001 and specializes in developing high-quality postsecondary CTE programs that incorporate industry-recognized certifications within their technical degree programs.
Cord has been awarded a firm fixed price delivery order contract by the Department of Education's Office of Career Technical and Adult Education (OCTAE) to support the development of postsecondary CTE programs that embed industry-recognized certifications. The contract, awarded on August 26, 2019, with a potential value of $726,411.00, is scheduled to be completed by November 25, 2021. No set-aside was used for this contract, which falls under the OCTAE Career and Technical Education master IDIQ.
Cord has received two project grants from the National Science Foundation's Division of Undergraduate Education. The first grant, awarded on September 1, 2020, with a funding amount of $2,748,060.00, is titled "Building Pathways to Innovation in Skilled Technical Workforce Education Through Strategic Employer Engagement" and is expected to be completed by August 31, 2024. The second grant, titled "HI-TEC 2020: Transforming to a Virtual Event and Dissemination Opportunity," was awarded on August 1, 2020, with a funding amount of $48,567.00, and was completed on July 31, 2021. These grants support Cord's efforts in developing and disseminating innovative CTE programs and fostering strategic partnerships with employers.
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Not listed 4901 Bosque Blvd, Waco, TX 76710, USA
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