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75N98026Q00935

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Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, and

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COMBINED SYNOPSIS / SOLICITATION

Title: Professional Services in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, and Research Training Support

(i) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii) The solicitation number is 75N98026Q00935. This solicitation is issued as a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a non-competitive combined synopsis/solicitation to award a contract or purchase order without providing for full and open competition.

This acquisition is conducted under the authority of FAR 12.603, Streamlined Solicitation for Commercial Products or Commercial Services, and is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. Additional authority includes 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 6.302-3(a)(2)(ii).

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, intends to negotiate and award a Firm-Fixed Price award on a non-competitive basis to Clear Analytic Solutions, LLC. 17121 Aspen Leaf DR Bowie, MD 20716 to acquire Professional Services in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, and Research Training Support.

(iii) The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular, FAC 2026-01, March 2026.

(iv) NAICS Code: 813920: Professional Organizations the small business size standard is “$23.5 million”.

Set aside Status: This requirement is NOT set aside for small business.

(v) Description of Requirement:

To provide advanced analytics, data visualization, and methodological consultation across multiple sensory and behavioral health projects. Services include both hands-on analysis and the training of NIH postdoctoral and postbaccalaureate researchers.

(vi) Delivery Location:

NIH/NIDCD

ATTN: Paule Joseph, PHD 10 Center Drive Bethesda MD 20892

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Responses must also include the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and business size certification. All offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.

All responses must be received by August 10, 2026, and 2PM (1400) EST and must reference solicitation number 75N98026Q00935. Responses may be submitted electronically to cassie.runner@nih.gov.

(xvi) Point of Contact:

Cassie Runner, Contract Specialist, cassie.runner@nih.gov, 301-480-8827 mailto:cassie.runner@nih.gov

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

1.0 TITLE

Professional Services in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, and Research Training Support (Provided by Clear Analytic Solutions LLC)

2.0 BACKGROUND

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), requires specialized data analysis and training services to support ongoing clinical and translational research in the SenSMet Laboratory, under the leadership of Dr. Paule V. Joseph.

This procurement is necessary to continue data processing, statistical analysis, and staff training efforts across multiple studies involving chemosensory dysfunction, metabolic biomarkers, and behavioral outcomes. To prevent disruption in research productivity, the lab seeks to retain Clear Analytic Solutions LLC, a contractor with proven knowledge of the lab’s data infrastructure, personnel, and research protocols.

3.0 TYPE OF ORDER

This is a:

• Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order

• Severable

4.0 SCOPE OF WORK/TASKS

The contractor shall provide analytical and training services to support the SenSMet Lab, including:

• Bioinformatic and statistical analysis of experimental and clinical datasets

• Development and implementation of custom pipelines for data cleaning, integration, and modeling

• Generation of publication-ready figures, tables, and visualizations

• Support with data interpretation, manuscript development, and grant reporting

• One-on-one and small group training for postdoctoral and postbaccalaureate researchers

• Technical consultation on future study design, assay integration, and data structure planning

The contractor shall ensure:

• Secure handling of sensitive research data in compliance with NIH guidelines

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

• Timely delivery of analytical outputs to meet study deadlines

• Continuity of support for projects already underway without re-training or onboarding delays

4.1 DELIVERABLES

Place of Performance: Remote and/or on-site at NIH as needed

Government Point of Contact:

• Name: Dr. Paule V. Joseph

• Phone: 3013394869

• Email: paule.joseph@nih.gov

Deliverables Timeline: Ongoing through performance period

Monthly reports summarizing completed analyses, progress on active tasks, and documentation of any training sessions provided

4.3 TRAINING

Training shall be delivered virtually or in person, as required, within 15 calendar days of project onboarding. The contractor shall provide targeted, task-specific training to up to 5 NIH lab members, including postdoctoral fellows and research trainees, with a focus on applied statistical methods and coding best practices. Additional on-demand refresher sessions may be provided as needed during the course of the contract.

5.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Twelve (12) months Start Date: December 31st, 2025 End Date: June 30th 2026

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