R&D- Social Services: Geriatric Other Than Medical (Applied Research/Exploratory Development)

The Product and Service Code (PSC) AQ12 covers applied research and exploratory development focused on social services for geriatric populations, excluding medical research. This category encompasses scientific investigations and preliminary studies aimed at understanding social dynamics, support systems, and behavioral patterns of elderly populations. The research typically explores non-medical aspects of aging, including social integration, community support, quality of life, and potential intervention strategies for senior citizens.

Federal contract awards under PSC AQ12 demonstrate significant interest from agencies such as the Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, and various research-oriented federal institutions. These awards frequently range from $50,000 to $500,000 and typically span 12-24 month project periods. Research institutions, universities, and specialized social science consulting firms are the most common recipients of these contracts. Many awards are structured as small business set-asides, particularly for small disadvantaged businesses or women-owned small businesses, to encourage diverse research perspectives and methodologies in geriatric social services research.

No specific federal contract opportunities were provided within the context of this PSC category. Without additional information, a comprehensive description of current solicitations cannot be generated. Further details would be necessary to outline specific research requirements, funding agencies, or performance locations for potential AQ12 contract opportunities.