Acquisition of Support Services for the Phoenix Epidemiology & Clinical Research Branch (PECRB)

The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive support services for the Phoenix Epidemiology & Clinical Research Branch (PECRB). The Request for Information (RFI) solicits capabilities for three primary service areas: outpatient clinic support, information technology services, and metabolic kitchen services. Contractors must demonstrate ability to support human subject research infrastructure, including medical equipment maintenance, specimen processing, emergency medical services, and logistical support. The RFI requires detailed responses addressing nine specific questions about organizational capabilities, feasibility, staffing approaches, and potential risks. Responses are limited to 15 pages plus an appendix and must be submitted to the contracting officer by December 18, 2024, with the understanding that this is a market research exercise and does not guarantee a future contract award.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific business category and will be classified under NAICS code 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) with a Product Service Code of R499. The services have historically been provided through an Interagency Agreement with the Phoenix Indian Medical Center for approximately 35 years. Specific service requirements include supporting up to 250 specimen processing occurrences, 40 equipment calibrations, 20 body composition services, 20 DEXA scans, and 10 ultrasounds per contract period. Medical personal protective equipment (PPE) costs are capped at $10,000, and the research focus is on determining the etiology of type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity. While no specific award value is mentioned, the comprehensive nature of services suggests a significant and potentially long-term contract opportunity for qualified professional services providers.