Contract PO05491317

George Mason University, located in Virginia, has awarded a contract valued at $3,500.00 to Kendra Becker for the development of specialized clinical materials and training protocols related to Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) treatment. The contract was executed on October 6, 2026, and represents Year 2 deliverables of an ongoing project. Performance will occur at George Mason University and the Northern Virginia community mental health center, with deliverables to be provided to Sarah Nowaczyk.

Dr. Becker will collaborate with Dr. Fischer and coinvestigators to create a supplemental ARFID treatment module that includes clinician instruction materials and client worksheets, incorporating information and lessons learned from Year 1 of the project. The treatment module will be delivered in digital Microsoft Word format by December 2026. Additionally, Dr. Becker will work with Dr. Fischer to adapt existing training protocols for the Northern Virginia community mental health center workforce, to be delivered in PowerPoint format. Monthly meetings between Dr. Becker and Dr. Fischer will be conducted to review deliverables and ensure project alignment.