Outreach_Q&As_-_67828_and_67829.pdf

World Trade Center Health Program – Outreach and Education

Questions and Answers

2018-N-67828

2018-N-67829

1. Who can respond to the Sources Sought Notice?

Any organization that determines it is capable of performing the services detailed in the Draft PWS attached to the notice may submit a Capability Statement to the Contract Specialist by the deadline.

2. The PWS mentions both Spanish communities and Latin communities. Does the work distinguish these 2 groups?

Please refer to the Draft PWS and the detailed descriptions of the work that is required to be performed. In the context of this PWS, the term Spanish is used exclusively when describing a spoken language. In the context of this PWS, the word Latino is used to describe an ethnic population group.

3. Can the relationship and/ or communication structure between the CDC, NIOSH and the WTC HP be described as far as contract delivery approvals and guidance?

The World Trade Center Health Program is a Division under the National Institute for Occupational Safety and

Health, which is a Center within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The posting is a Sources

Sought Notice. The details for deliverable submission, review, and approval will be included in any resultant solicitation.

4. Regarding Learning and Education support mentioned in the PWS, is strategic planning advisory in these areas sought as well?

The Draft PWS states, “The WTCHP will provide training for contractors not familiar with the Program.” All tasks listed in the Draft PWS must be performed within the parameters detailed in the PWS. Capability

Statements should address the organization’s ability to perform these tasks. If the government posts a solicitation following the sources sought notice, evaluation criteria for award will be included in the solicitation.