Evaluation of Alternatives to Improve Elderly Access

Sources Sought Notice- Evaluation of Alternatives to Improve Elderly Access

This SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE is for small businesses only. The purpose of this sources sought notice is to determine the interest and feasibility of a small business set-aside for the following requirement: Evaluation of Alternatives to Improve Elderly Access. This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes and is not to be construed as a commitment by the U.S. Government, nor will the U.S. Government pay for information solicited. The information from this notice will help the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) plan their acquisition strategy.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) intends to issue a procurement for the subject research study in Fiscal Year 2016 and is seeking statements of capability from potential offerors. Preference will be given to small businesses with experience and staffing to perform the requirement as demonstrated in their capability statement.

FNS is seeking a contractor to conduct a research study that will explore whether policy options designed to improve access for the elderly are effective. The Contractor shall conduct a literature review, interviews with stakeholders and elderly participants, and examine extant data to better understand the barriers to serving elderly populations in SNAP and address the research objectives of the study.

Please submit all information to Courtney Rogers at Courtney.Rogers@fns.usda.gov by May 11, 2016 by 4:00 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time. NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.