Attachment 1 - Draft Statement of Work.docx

1.0 TITLE

Evaluating the Circulating Biomarkers in Cancer

2.0 BACKGROUND

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Cancer Institute (NCI), Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics (DCEG) routinely conducts epidemiologic studies in relation to inflammation and cancer which require aliquoting and testing. Circulating proteins can provide valuable information about the biological processes involved in the development of cancer; may be useful for distinguishing between people who have cancer, and people who do not have cancer; and may be useful for predicting prognosis.

The Olink Proteomics proximity extension assay technology is uses only 1µl of sample per panel each panel and assesses 92 markers. The technology to addressed each biomarker by a match pair of antibodies, coupled to unique, and partially complementary oligonucleotides, and measured by quantitative real-time PCR has been utilized by the DCEG for previous studies, and must be utilized for follow-up studies to ensure comparability.

3.0 SCOPE

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment to test biological samples using Olink technology.

4.0 CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS/ AND PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall perform the following task:

5.0 TASK 1 – Assay on Biospecimens

The Contractor shall run assays on biospecimens and deliver the test results to the Government. Responsibilities of this task include – but are not limited to – the following:

1. Run assays on biospecimens using up to 92 markers.

2. Deliver test results to the TPOC or COR identified in the Task Order (TO).

3. Aliquot samples.

4. Return residual samples to the NCI.

5. Securely store and maintain test results.

6. Provide written reports

6.0 TYPE OF CONTRACT

This is firm fixed price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract.

7.0 TYPE OF ORDERS

Task orders issued against this IDIQ contract shall be non-severable firm fixed-price task orders.

8.0 MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM AMOUNT (IDIQ)

During the contract period, the Government shall place orders totaling a minimum of $62,000.00. This minimum applies to the entire period of performance - including any and all options – and shall not increase due to the exercise of any option periods.

The total value for all task orders issued against this IDIQ shall not exceed $699,900.00. This contract ceiling applies to the entire period of performance - including any and all options – and shall not increase due to the exercise of any option periods.

9.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance shall consist of a 12-month base period and four (4) 12-month option periods. The anticipated period of performance for this contract is:

10.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Olink Proteomics Attn: Jennifer Sawyer 65 Grove Street Suite #105 Watertown, MA 02472

8.0 DELIVERY

The Contractor shall deliver test results via e-mail to the COR or Technical Point-of-Contact identified at the task order level. Test results shall be delivered in an electronic, password-protected, encrypted file. The password shall be delivered in a separate e-mail from the results to ensure security of any sensitive health information.

All residual samples shall be returned to NCI according to procedures outlined at the task order level.

9.0 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) DELEGATION

A Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will be assigned to represent the Government for this purpose of this contract. COR assignment shall be made upon award.

The NCI COR will be responsible for reviewing the work done by the Contractor, making sure that it is consistent with the terms of the Contract, and approving the reports/deliverables provided by the contractor.

The COR is responsible for: (1) monitoring the Contractor's technical progress, including the surveillance and assessment of performance and recommending to the Contracting Officer changes in requirements; (2) interpreting the statement of work and any other technical performance requirements; (3) performing technical evaluation as required; (4) performing technical inspections and acceptances required by this contract; and (5) assisting in the resolution of technical problems encountered during performance. The Government may unilaterally change its COR designation.

10.0 PAYMENT

Payment shall be made in full upon receipt and acceptance of deliverables. Payment authorization requires submission and approval of invoices to the COR and NIH OFM, in accordance with the attached payment provisions listed below:

The following clause is applicable to all Purchase Orders, Task or Delivery Orders, and Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Calls: PROMPT PAYMENT (JAN 2017) FAR 52.232-25. Highlights of this clause and NIH implementation requirements follow:

I INVOICE REQUIREMENTS

A. An invoice is the Contractor's bill or written request for payment under the contract for supplies delivered or services performed. A proper invoice is an "Original" which must include the items listed in subdivisions 1 through 12, below, in addition to the requirements of FAR 32.9. If the invoice does not comply with these requirements, the Contractor will be notified of the defect within 7 days after the date the designated billing office received the invoice (3 days for meat, meat food products, or fish, and 5 days for perishable agricultural commodities, dairy products, edible fats or oils) with a statement of the reasons why it is not a proper invoice. (See exceptions under II., below.) Untimely notification will be taken into account in the computation of any interest penalty owed the Contractor.

1. Vendor/Contractor: Name, Address, Point of Contact for the invoice (Name, title, telephone number, e-mail and mailing address of point of contact).

2. Remit-to address (Name and complete mailing address to send payment).

3. Remittance name must match exactly with name on original order/contract. If the Remittance name differs from the Legal Business Name, then both names must appear on the invoice.

4. Invoice date.

5. Unique invoice #s for all invoices per vendor regardless of site.

6. NBS document number formats must be included for awards created in the NBS: Contract Number; Purchase Order Number; Task or Delivery Order Number and Source Award Number (e.g., Indefinite Delivery Contract number; General Services Administration number); or, BPA Call Number and BPA Parent Award Number.

7. Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) or DUNS + 4 as registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR).

8. Federal Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). In those exceptional cases where a contractor does not have a DUNS number or TIN, a Vendor Identification Number (VIN) must be referenced on the invoice. The VIN is the number that appears after the contractor’s name on the face page of the award document.

9. Identify that payment is to be made using a three-way match.

10. Description of supplies/services that match the description on the award, by line billed.*

11. Freight or delivery charge must be billed as shown on the award. If it is included in the item price do not bill it separately. If identified in the award as a separate line item, it must be billed separately.

12. Quantity, Unit of Measure, Unit Price, Extended Price of supplies delivered or services performed, as applicable, and that match the line items specified in the award.*

* NOTE: If your invoice must differ from the line items on the award, please contact the Contracting Officer before submitting the invoice. A modification to the order or contract may be needed before the invoice can be submitted and paid.

B. Shipping costs will be reimbursed only if authorized by the Contract/Purchase Order. If authorized, shipping costs must be itemized. Where shipping costs exceed $100, the invoice must be supported by a bill of lading or a paid carrier's receipt.

C. Mail an original and 1 copy of the itemized invoice to:

National Institutes of Health Office of Financial Management, Commercial Accounts 2115 East Jefferson Street, Room 4B-432, MSC 8500 Bethesda, MD 20892-8500

For inquiries regarding payment call: (301) 496-6088

In order to facilitate the prompt payment of invoices, it is recommended that the vendor submit a photocopy of the invoice to the “Consignee” designated for the acquisition in blocks 6A – 6E of the face page of the Order/Award document.

II. INVOICE PAYMENT

A. Except as indicated in paragraph B., below, the due date for making invoice payments by the designated payment office shall be the later of the following two events:

1. The 30th day after the designated billing office has received a proper invoice.

2. The 30th day after Government acceptance of supplies delivered or services performed.

B. The due date for making invoice payments for meat and meat food products, perishable agricultural commodities, dairy products, and edible fats or oils, shall be in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act, as amended.

III. INTEREST PENALTIES

A. An interest penalty shall be paid automatically, if payment is not made by the due date and the conditions listed below are met, if applicable.

1. A proper invoice was received by the designated billing office.

2. A receiving report or other Government documentation authorizing payment was processed and there was no disagreement over quantity, quality, or contractor compliance with a term or condition.

3. In the case of a final invoice for any balance of funds due the contractor for supplies delivered or services performed, the amount was not subject to further settlement actions between the Government and the Contractor.

B. Determination of interest and penalties due will be made in accordance with the provisions of the Prompt Payment Act, as amended, the Contract Disputes Act, and regulations issued by the Office of Management and Budget.

IV. PROVIDING ACCELERATED PAYMENT TO SMALL BUSINESS

SUBCONTRACTORS, FAR 52.232-40 (DEC 2013)

1. Upon receipt of accelerated payments from the Government, the Contractor shall make accelerated payments to its small business subcontractors under this contract, to the maximum extent practicable and prior to when such payment is otherwise required under the applicable contract or subcontract, after receipt of a proper invoice and all other required documentation from the small business subcontractor.

1. The acceleration of payments under this clause does not provide any new rights under the prompt Payment Act.

1. Include the substance of this clause, include this paragraph c, in all subcontracts with small business concerns, including subcontracts with small business concerns for the acquisition of commercial items.