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Request for Information (RFI)

Requiring Activity Name: The United States Army Medical Research Division - West (USAMRD-W).

Subject: Research and development support a requirement to design, refine, and evaluate the effectiveness of a military-specific Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) intervention to not only reduce problematic alcohol use but also reduce problematic behaviors associated with alcohol use (e.g., domestic violence, depression, and suicide).

This Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought (SS) Notice is for market research information and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of USAMRD-W or the US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA).

This market research is seeking sources only that have knowledge and capabilities to provide Research and Development to support the Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) intervention.

The NAICS code for this requirement 541720 – Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities. Only capability statements and/or fact sheet will be accepted.

RFI AVAILABILITY: In accordance with FAR Part 10 Market Research, this RFI is to ensure responsible and constructive exchanges with industry while complying with existing law and regulation that does not provide an unfair competitive advantage to particular firms or violate the procurement integrity requirements.

This RFI is being made available through the following platforms to maximize market research to target Prime Contractors to perform military specific research:

DISCLAIMER: This RFI is NOT a Request for Proposals (RFP) or a Request for Quotations (RFQ); This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses to the RFI will not be returned. Neither unsolicited proposals nor any other kind of offers will be considered in response to this RFI. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. No Contract will be awarded from this announcement. No reimbursement will be made of any costs to provide information in response to this announcement or any follow up information requests. Responders are solely responsible for all expense associated with responding to this RFI. Availability of any formal solicitation will be announced under a separate announcement.

All information received in response to this RFI will be treated as business confidential information. Submitters should properly mark their responses if the information is confidential. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly.

At this time, questions concerning the composition and requirements for a future solicitation will not be entertained.

RFI Response and due date: 08 SEPT 2025 10am Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Background: This requirement is to design, refine, and evaluate the effectiveness of a military-specific Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) intervention to not only reduce problematic alcohol use but also reduce problematic behaviors associated with alcohol use (e.g., domestic violence, depression, and suicide). The proposed project builds on preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of PNF interventions in college samples of similar demographic background to military personnel, and the demonstrated scalable dissemination of an efficacious online PNF intervention that specifically aligns with military assessment strategies already in use. This study requires 125 participants per year over a three-year period of performance. The study shall be conducted via Qualtrics on-line survey management to store and manage anonymous participant data.

Instructions to Responders: Responses from Small Businesses capable and qualified sources are encouraged to respond to this request.

Review the attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW). Respondents should address how they best can fulfil the requirements set forth in the SOW in their capabilities statement. Capability Statements or any other proprietary information relative to this RFI should adhere to the following formatting and outline instructions:

1. All submissions shall be made electronically and be in one of the following formats: Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF and shall not exceed 3 pages (Cover page excluded from page count).

2. Cover Page

• Responders technical and administrative points of contact (names, addresses, phone, fax number and email addresses)

Address whether the respondent is offering similar or like services in the commercial market to the general public.

3. Please note that the response shall provide sufficient technical data to determine how you fully meet the requirements as specified in the DRAFT SOW.

Please note that responses are due no later than 08 SEPT 2025 10am Eastern Standard Time (EST). The requested information shall be submitted via email. The point of contact for this action is Herbert Caj Keen, Contract Specialist herbert.e.keen.civ@health.mil. Only electronic responses are requested. No evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to the respondents. At this time no solicitation exists; therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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A01-SOW- Alcohol_Intervention_1 DRAFT.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

2. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND

3. SCOPE

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (PoP)

5. WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION

6. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

7. DELIVERABLES

8. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

9. COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

10. OTHER TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND PROVISIONS

11. ATTACHMENTS

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

Title: Alcohol Intervention 1

Requiring Activity Name: Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), United States Army Medical Research Directorate – West (USAMRD-W)

1. INTRODUCTION

The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) provides unique research capabilities and innovative medical solutions to a range of Force Health Protection and Readiness challenges currently facing U.S. Service Members, along with threats anticipated during future operations.

Through both times of peace and war, infectious diseases have killed, sickened, and disabled far more Service Members than bombs and bullets. WRAIR has created a model of vaccine and therapeutic development that is unique, nimble, and responsive to dynamically evolving infectious disease threats of military importance. WRAIR, with its unparalleled expertise, facilities, and international network, has developed many vaccines and drugs in use today by military and civilian medicine around the globe.

In addition to protecting against infectious disease threats, WRAIR conducts basic and applied research that promotes psychological resilience, enhances neurological functioning, and improves operational readiness among U.S. Service Members. By using a continuum of research from basic science to applied field studies, WRAIR creates innovative solutions to enhance Service Members’ resilience and recovery.

Research in military psychiatry and neuroscience has been an integral part of WRAIR's portfolio for more than 70 years. WRAIR researchers are recognized leaders in operational medical research for the military in a number of fields, including brain trauma, blast exposure, deployment stressors, and sleep management.

2. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND

The WRAIR, USAMRD-W Directorate conducts research and delivers solutions to optimize brain health to increase resilience and mitigate operational stress for maximizing Soldier health and performance. USAMRD-W is strategically located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) to support readiness across the Indo-Pacific Combatant Command (INDOPACOM). USAMRD-W's capabilities include the ability to conduct large, randomized controlled trials to assess the efficacy of interventions, validate screening and assessment measures, deliver training, evaluate behavioral health programs, perform field/training assessments to identifying risk factors and health readiness surveillance, and provide research consultation. As subject matter experts in the field of behavioral health and applied psychology, USAMRD-W offers leading expertise in military performance, health and readiness, and operational stress management.

The goal of the Army’s People First Strategy (PFS) is to increase the psychological health of our active-duty military personnel (ADMP), as well as overall readiness, by fostering protective and healthy climates with downstream effects on harmful and corrosive behaviors (e.g., suicide, sexual assault/harassment). The PFS aims to achieve this goal by identifying intervention targets that present an efficient use of Army resources and improve quality of life, well-being, and ADMP retention, enabling the DoD to maintain an enduring strategic advantage of knowledge, experience, and expertise to meet the demands of multi-domain operations (MDO). One such intervention target is alcohol misuse as heavy drinking rates in the military have risen to 20-30% in the past decade. Furthermore, based on a recent study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the U.S. military has the highest rate of heavy drinking compared to any other profession. These high rates have serious consequences for the military, as alcohol misuse is associated with not only deficits in medical readiness, productivity, and mental health, but also a deterioration of protective environments (e.g., social and familial relationships), lower physical performance, and a higher occurrence of military separation. Consequently, interventions targeting alcohol misuse represent one of the more promising methods of reducing downstream adverse outcomes the Military has identified as threats to readiness, including suicide. The proposed randomized control trial builds on extant Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) research. PNF is an intervention that aims to change perceptions of normative beliefs about specific behaviors (e.g., alcohol consumption). The current project shall develop and evaluate a cost-effective and feasible PNF intervention with a high likelihood of success that is scalable with identified existing mechanisms for transition. Importantly, this low-cost and low-burden intervention is consistent with the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Targeted Care approach, given that PNF can serve as a far-reaching initial exposure to treatment.

3. SCOPE

This requirement is to design, refine, and evaluate the effectiveness of a military-specific Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) intervention to not only reduce problematic alcohol use but also reduce problematic behaviors associated with alcohol use (e.g., domestic violence, depression, and suicide). The proposed project builds on preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of PNF interventions in college samples of similar demographic background to military personnel, and the demonstrated scalable dissemination of an efficacious online PNF intervention that specifically aligns with military assessment strategies already in use. This study requires 125 participants per year over a three-year period of performance. The study shall be conducted via Qualtrics on-line survey management to store and manage anonymous participant data.

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (PoP)

The PoP for this contract shall be January 6, 2026 to January 5, 2029

There will be two phases to this research study, as defined below in Section 6.3. The timeline for each phase is anticipated to be as follows:

Intervention Timeline by Phase:

Phase 1 January 6, 2026 – January 5, 2027 Phase 2 – Year 1 January 6, 2027 – January 5, 2028 Phase 2 – Year 2 January 6, 2028 – January 5, 2029

5. WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION

5.1. Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract shall be performed off-site at Contractor facilities.

5.2. The deliverables shall be provided to the USAMRD-W located at 9933A Johnson St., Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500.

6. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

6.1. Objectives: The objective of the research project is to design, refine, and evaluate the effectiveness of a military specific PNF intervention to not only reduce problematic alcohol use but also reduce problematic behaviors associated with alcohol use (e.g., domestic violence, depression, and suicide). The proposed project builds on preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of PNF interventions in college samples of similar demographic background to military personnel, and the demonstrated scalable dissemination of an efficacious online PNF intervention that specifically aligns with military assessment strategies already in use.

6.1.1. The following milestones and their expected completion dates are in the table below:

Milestone Estimated Start Date

Completion Date

Fiscal Year

Hold Community Advisory Board (CAB) Working Group and hold regular meetings

01/06/2026 02/01/2026 FY26

In collaboration with University of Houston, complete development of PNF software program

01/06/2026 05/30/2026 FY26

Obtain letter of support from participating units 01/06/2026 05/30/2026 FY26

Complete data collection 01/06/2027 12/01/2027 FY28 Finalize dataset for analysis and share with academic partners

01/06/2027 01/01/2028 FY28

Complete Final Knowledge Product (e.g., close out report, publication)

01/06/2027 01/05/2029 FY29

Provide a validated alcohol PNF intervention training with the goal of reducing suicide and harmful behaviors through a reduction in alcohol use.

01/06/2027 01/05/2029 FY29

6.2. Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government:

6.2.1. The Contractor shall provide key personnel in accordance with the minimum requirements listed within the Key Personnel table above.

6.2.2. Substitutions of proposed key personnel shall not be allowed for a period of six months after award, except under extreme circumstances. Any substitution or replacement key personnel shall have the necessary experience and knowledge required to perform the duties defined herein. For temporary and/or permanent replacement of key personnel, the Contractor shall provide a resume for each individual to the COR. Resumes shall be provided at least two weeks (or as mutually agreed upon) prior to making any personnel changes. The Government reserves the right to pre-approve any replacement or substitution of key personnel. Substitution or replacement personnel shall be replaced within 30 days. (A.001)

6.3. Tasks:

6.3.1. Phase 1: This phase of the contract shall be focused around developing the intervention tool with the feedback of the Community Advisory Board (CAB) and expertise of the researchers.

6.3.1.1. Leverage existing data collected from large Army installations with 25,000 Service members representative of Army demographics to determine age, rank, and gender-specific alcohol use norms (N ≈ 3,000). The measures within the described dataset were selected specifically for use as normative data in a proposed Alcohol PNF intervention and in collaboration with the University of Houston research team.

6.3.1.2. Incorporate feedback into all facets of study design and execution provided by a CAB. The CAB shall be established after contract start and shall be

Key Personnel Position

Minimum Requirements

Lead Investigator

Licensed Clinical Psychologist 20 years of experience conducting intervention development and randomized controlled trials 5 years of experience conducting Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) in the military community 5 years of experience conducting motivational enhancement therapy 5 years of experience working with untreated Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 5 years of experience working with untreated substance abuse patients in the military comprised of up to 10 members, including active-duty Service members, as well as clinicians and leaders from the Army’s behavioral health components. A CBPR shall be held, as well as regular working group meetings. (A.002)

6.3.1.3. In collaboration with University of Houston, develop the PNF software program. Obtain letter of support from participating units. (A.003, A.004)

6.3.1.4 Draft and submit the study protocol to obtain HSPB approval.

(A.005)

6.3.2. Phase 2: This phase of the study shall be focused on the implementation of the intervention tool and interpretation of the data on the Qualtrics platform.

6.3.2.1. Participants shall be randomly assigned to (a) Alcohol PNF or (b) active control.

6.3.2.2. Evaluate the effectiveness of a low-cost and highly feasible alcohol PNF, but also provide a real-world service member comparison condition that would also serve as an ideal platform for dissemination of the proposed treatment model through the study and comparison of the Alcohol PNF and the Health PNF.

6.3.2.3. Complete data collection for analysis and share with academic partners (A.006). The study shall measure the following variables and/or others as determined by the CAB:

6.3.2.3.1. Demographics. This measure is based on demographic questions included in the 2018 DoD Health-Related Behaviors Survey (HRBS) to facilitate comparison of the sample to the larger population. The measure includes both standard (age, gender, race, etc.) and military-specific demographics (pay grade, Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) etc.).

6.3.2.3.2. Alcohol Consumption. Alcohol Consumption shall be across three separate metrics. Participants shall be asked about their average alcoholic drinks consumed per week, drinks consumed on a typical occasion, and most drinks consumed during a single drinking session. Using these data as reference, investigators have found that a cut-score of 8 (range 0 – 40) yielded high sensitivity and specificity – both above 90% – for detecting harmful or hazardous drinking.

6.3.2.3.3. Perceived Norms. This instrument is a primary outcome for hypothesis 1 (described below in Section 6.3.2.5.1.) and shall assess participants’ beliefs about typical drinking behavior among three proximal referent groups: active-duty Army peers of the respondent’s same gender, civilians, and same-gender civilians. It is based on the Drinking Norms Rating Form and mirrors the Daily Drinking Questionnaire (DDQ) format to allow direct comparison to one’s own drinking behavior.

6.3.2.3.4. Treatment Seeking. Questions in this measure are based on 2018 HRBS indicators of treatment utilization for mental health or substance use, including type of provider, number of visits, and provider affiliation (i.e., military vs. civilian). The referent period is adjusted to “past 3 months” and some questions are augmented to assess reasons for care (i.e., mental health vs. alcohol use). Practical and stigma-related barriers to care are also assessed using the 2018 HRBS language.

6.3.2.3.5. Daily Drinking Questionnaire (DDQ). An instrument with four uniquely structured items, the DDQ asks respondents to record their drinking behavior for each day of a typical week in the past month, including the number of drinks and number of hours over which those drinks were consumed. Next, participants indicate how often they drank in the past month, how many drinks they had on a typical weekend night, and on the occasion during which they drank the most in the past month.

6.3.2.3.6. Military Drinking Culture. Four dichotomous (agree/disagree) items included in the 2015164 and 201832 waves of the DoD Health-Related Behaviors Survey measure perceptions of drinking culture.

6.3.2.3.7. Short Inventory of Problems (SIP-R). The SIP-R is an abbreviated version of the Drinker’s Inventory of Consequences (DrInC). Its 15 items include subscales assessing five domains of alcohol-related problems experienced within the past three months: physical, social, intrapersonal, impulse-control, and interpersonal. The measure is amended with five items measuring military-specific problems, such as: “I had a drop in physical training score because of drinking or drug use.” This population-specific subscale was used in one of our previous Army trials and was significantly associated with changes in drinking behavior.

6.3.2.3.8. The following shall be assessed on the implementation outcomes via empirically supported quantitative measures of key implementation constructs (i.e., acceptability, appropriateness, feasibility, and fidelity).

6.3.2.3.8.1. Acceptability of Intervention Measure (AIM): Acceptability shall be assessed using a four-item Likert scale. Participants rate each item on a scale from 1 (completely disagree) to 5 (completely agree). Scores are averaged across measure items.

6.3.2.3.8.2. Intervention Appropriateness Measure (IAM): Appropriateness shall be assessed using a four-item Likert scale. Participants rate each item on a scale from 1 (completely disagree) to 5 (completely agree). Scores are averaged across measure items.

6.3.2.3.8.3. Feasibility of Intervention Measure (FIM): Feasibility shall be assessed using a four-item Likert scale. Participants rate each item on a scale from 1 (completely disagree) to 5 (completely agree). Scores are averaged across measure items.

6.3.2.3.8.4. Fidelity of Intervention: Given that alcohol PNF is delivered via an online platform, study fidelity shall not require an established metric of intervention accuracy/consistency.

6.3.2.4. Utilize descriptive statistics, Cronbach’s alpha, and bivariate correlations to examine and evaluate the data for systematic missingness. Specifically, standard parametric and nonparametric difference testing shall be used appropriately to determine the equivalency of service members with and without missing data. The analyses outlined above shall also be used to evaluate baseline differences between treatment conditions that were not adequately addressed by study participant randomization. Any unanticipated differences between treatment conditions shall be included in the final models in the estimation of trajectory intercept and slope of primary and secondary outcomes.

6.3.2.5. Utilize the following hypotheses for the intervention study:

6.3.2.5.1. Hypothesis 1: Implementation outcomes shall be tested via quantitative ratings of the implementation outcomes outlined above (e.g., acceptability, feasibility) as rated by service members and relevant behavioral health staff.

6.3.2.5.2. Hypothesis 2: The primary alcohol-related outcomes shall be evaluated at baseline and then at 1-month and 3-months. Analysis of the primary aim analysis shall consist of comparing differences between conditions in changes in average drinks per week, number of drinks per session, and most drinks consumed in a single drinking session (primary outcomes, continuous) from baseline to three months between individuals in the alcohol PNF condition and the active control condition. The primary research outcome is longitudinal: time t=0 (baseline/screening), t = 3 (1-month), t = 4 (3-month), where time t represents the numerical timepoint since baseline/screening. A piecewise- linear model with a knot at t = 1 (1 month) shall be used to model and contrast the expected temporal trajectories, one each for the two embedded interventions over the course of the study. The linear model shall include the two baseline covariates used to stratify randomization: (i) gender (categorical) and (ii) AUDIT score (continuous). The study’s primary aim shall test the null hypothesis that the difference in mean change from baseline to 3 months (t = 4) between Alcohol PNF vs active control is equal to zero.

6.3.2.5.3. Hypothesis 3: Of relevance is whether the effect of alcohol PNF (versus the active control condition) on primary outcomes (alcohol use) is mediated by changes in service member alcohol normative perceptions. In order to provide an initial determination of the efficacy of the primary alcohol PNF intervention mechanism, service member normative perceptions shall be assessed immediately prior to and immediately following the training. The primary aim analysis is a mean comparison of the change in normative perceptions from baseline (pre-training) to timepoint 1 (immediate post-training). Differences in mean alcohol norm perceptions and alcohol use intention shall be examined between individuals in the alcohol PNF condition and the active control condition. The Contractor shall also examine the influence of changes in alcohol norm perceptions on the trajectory of changes in alcohol use.

6.3.2.6 Develop final knowledge products (e.g., closeout report and publication) and provide a validated alcohol PNF intervention training with the goal of reducing suicide and harmful behaviors through a reduction in alcohol use (A.007, A.008).

7. DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall complete and submit deliverables in accordance with the table below.

DELIVERABLES TABLE

SOW

Ref.

Numbe r Title/Description Due

6.2.2 A.001 Key Personnel Resumes

Within 2 weeks (or as mutually agreed upon) prior to any key personnel changes

6.3.1.

A.002 Community-Based Participatory Research Working Group Meeting Minutes

First meeting held within one month of contract start, thereafter, throughout period of performance as needed or requested. Meeting minutes due within15 days of meeting completion.

A.003 PNF Software Program Within 150 days of contract start

A.004 Letter of Support from Participating Unit(s)

Within 150 days of contract

A.005 Study Protocol for HSPB Approval

Within 150 days of contract

6.3.2.

A.006 Final Dataset 1 year prior to the conclusion of the study

A.007 Final Knowledge Product (e.g., close out report, publication).

At conclusion of the study

A.008 Validated Alcohol PNF Intervention Training

At conclusion of the study

8.3 A.009 Monthly Status Report Monthly or as determined by

COR

10.1 A.010 WAWF Invoices Monthly

10.3 A.011 Threat Awareness Reporting

Program Within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date and annually thereafter

7.1. Inspection and Acceptance

The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) is delegated with oversight of specific technical and functional responsiblities to include inspection and acceptance of all products, incoming shipments, documents, deliverables, and services.

Certification by the Government of satisfactory performance provided is contingent upon the Contractor adhering to the performance standards contained in the SOW and all terms and conditions of this order, including all modifications.

7.2. RESERVED

8. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

8.1. Government Management

The COR for this contract will be appointed by the Contracting Officer (KO). The COR will serve as the primary point of contact for all activities and issues that occur under this contract. Only the KO has the authority to enact changes to this award.

8.2. Contractor Organization

The Contractor shall establish clear organizational lines of authority and responsibility to ensure effective management of the resources assigned to the requirement. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor personnel are advised of their chain of command and who they should contact if they have questions.

8.3. Monthly Status Report (MSR): The MSR shall provide a detailed status for each milestone within the SOW as well as capture an overall status of the contract. The contractor shall deliver the MSR no later than five days after the final day of the reported month. Specific MSR format, and any additional content not specified in this section, shall be mutually agreed upon by the contractor and COR. The MSR reports cost, schedule, and performance against the SOW baseline and identifies planned versus actual expenditures per project and per Contract Line Item Number (CLIN); details all hours worked and workload accomplished; total monthly and cumulative Other Direct Cost (ODC) expenditures and projections; status of known risks and risk mitigation efforts; deliverable(s) completed; technical progress made; meetings attended and outcomes; conference and event status and log; CONUS and OCONUS trip reports if applicable; schedule status; and updated staff contact roster. The MSR shall report all funding received and shall detail the projects supported by such funding. (A.009)

9. COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

9.1. General Compliance

9.1.1 Federal Law

The products and services provided under this contract must be provided in accordance with all Federal, DoD, Defense Health Agency (DHA), and United States Army Medical

Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) laws, as well as command laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that govern the conduct of regulated research.

9.1.2 Department of Defense (DoD) Compliance Documents

A complete list of DoD compliance documents providing specifications, standards, or guidelines can be found at https://www.defense.gov/Resources/Forms-Directives- Instructions/. Where applicable, the contractor’s attention is called to the availability of commercial, industry, federal, and military guides, instructions, and standards for many of the topics addressed in this SOW and under this contract.

10. OTHER TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND PROVISIONS

10.1. Invoices

The Contractor shall submit invoices monthly to Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) with sufficient documentation to provide certification of invoice (A.010).

The Contractor is responsible for properly preparing and forwarding to the appropriate Government official the invoice and receiving report for payment. Invoices submitted for payment which do not contain Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) and Accounting Classification Reference Number (ACRN) information will be rejected. The WAWF – Receipt and Acceptance application is the required method of submission.

10.1.2 Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

ODCs are anticipated during the performance of this contract for facility usage and travel. Cost type CLINs under this contract will be invoiced as ODCs. The Contractor shall manage and account for all costs associated with requirements labeled as ODCs, not to exceed the price ceiling listed in this contract.

10.2. Anti-Terrorism (AT) and Operational Security (OPSEC) – Reserved.

10.3. Threat Awareness Reporting Program (TARP): Per DHA-AI 097, Insider Threat Program, contractor employees with security clearances must receive annual Insider Threat Awareness training within 30 days of initial employment, and refresher training annually either through instructor-led or computer-based (A.011).

10.4. Compliance with Relevant DoD, Service, and Institutional Policy Regulations

The Contractor shall comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and all relevant DoD/USG regulations for collection, storage, and transfer of sensitive data and protected health information (PHI). In addition, the Contractor will comply with all requirements for communication of findings and publication in the scientific peer reviewed literature (e.g., Public Affairs clearance and Operational Security clearance for dissemination).

https://www.defense.gov/Resources/Forms-Directives-Instructions/ https://www.defense.gov/Resources/Forms-Directives-Instructions/

10.5. Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information

(PHI)

The contractor shall comply with the DHA Procedures and Governmental Information (PGI) 224 – Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information, revised 17 May 2015.

The contractor may access PII during task response to the requirements of this contract, as such the contractor shall comply with the document titled “Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI) and Federal Information Requirements”.

The Contractor shall establish appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect all Government data. The Contractor shall also ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Government data in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including data breach reporting and response requirements, in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR Subpart 224.1 (Protection of Individual Privacy), which incorporates by reference DoDD 5400.11, “DoD Privacy Program,” May 8, 2007, and DoD 5400.11-R, “DoD Privacy Program,” May 14, 2007. The contractor shall also comply with federal laws relating to freedom of information and records management. The Contractor shall comply with all requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) (Pub. L. 104-191), as implemented by the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules codified at 45 CFR Parts 160 and 164, and as further implemented within the Military Health System (MHS) by DoD 6025.18-R, "DoD Health Information Privacy Regulation," January 24, 2003, and DoD 8580.02-R, “DoD Health Information Security Regulation, July 12, 2007.

Information technology (IT) services that collect, maintain, use, or disseminate personally identifiable information must be managed in a manner that protects privacy, in accordance with section 552a of Title 5, U.S.C., DoD 5400.11 and DoD 5400.11-R.

DoDI 5400.16 established the guidance for development, review, and approval of Privacy Impact Assessments, in accordance with chapter 36 of Title 44, U.S.C.

11. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1 - Acronyms List

ATTACHMENT 1 – ACRONYMS LIST

Acronym Definition ACRN Accounting Classification Reference Number ADMP Active-Duty Military Personnel AIM Acceptability of Intervention Measure AT Antiterrorism CAB Community Advisory Board CBPR Community Based Participatory Research CDC Center for Disease Control CLIN Contract Line Item Number CONUS Continental United States COR Contracting Officer’s Representative DDQ Daily Drinking Questionnaire DrInC Drinker’s Inventory of Consequences DFAR Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation DHA Defense Health Agency DoD Department of Defense FHP Force Health Protection FIM Feasibility of Intervention Measure HRBS Health-Related Behaviors Survey IAM Intervention Appropriateness Measure INDOPACOM Indo-Pacific Combatant Command IT Information Technology JBLM Joint Base Lewis-McChord KO Contracting Officer MDO Multi-Domain Operations ODC Other Direct Cost OPSEC Operational Security PFS People First Strategy PGI Procedures and Governmental Information PHI Protected Health Information PII Personally Identifiable Information PNF Personalized Normative Feedback PoP Period of Performance R&D Research and Development SCS-R Suicide Cognitions Scale-Revised SIP-R Short Inventory of Problems SOW Statement of Work U.S. United States USAMRDC United States Army Medical Research and Development Command USAMRD-W United States Army Medical Research Directorate – West WAWF Wide Area Work Flow WRAIR Walter Reed Army Institute of Research

1. INTRODUCTION

2. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND

3. SCOPE

This requirement is to design, refine, and evaluate the effectiveness of a military-specific Personalized Normative Feedback (PNF) intervention to not only reduce problematic alcohol use but also reduce problematic behaviors associated with alcohol us...

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (PoP)

5. WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION

6. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

7. DELIVERABLES

8. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

8.1. Government Management

8.2. Contractor Organization

The Contractor shall establish clear organizational lines of authority and responsibility to ensure effective management of the resources assigned to the requirement. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor personnel are advised of their chain...

8.3. Monthly Status Report (MSR): The MSR shall provide a detailed status for each milestone within the SOW as well as capture an overall status of the contract. The contractor shall deliver the MSR no later than five days after the final day of the ...

9. COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

10. OTHER TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND PROVISIONS

11. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1 - Acronyms List