Research Support Services (Clinical and Scientific)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a division of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Research Support Services encompassing both clinical and scientific expertise. This procurement falls under the Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services category (NAICS 541611) and is classified as Professional Program Management/Support services (PSC R408). The pre-solicitation notice was posted on March 16, 2026, with a response deadline of March 30, 2026, providing interested vendors with a two-week window to submit questions or initial proposals. While the notice does not detail specific evaluation criteria or contract requirements at this pre-solicitation stage, potential offerors should anticipate that proposals will likely be assessed based on technical capability, relevant experience with NIH or similar research institutions, and the qualifications of key personnel. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor the Federal Procurement Data System and NIH contracting channels for the full solicitation announcement, which should provide comprehensive details regarding evaluation methodology and submission requirements.

This procurement is not designated as a set-aside contract for small businesses or other protected categories, meaning all eligible contractors may compete on an equal basis. The pre-solicitation notice does not identify any current incumbents or specify projected award values or budget parameters at this stage. Contractors interested in pursuing this opportunity should prepare documentation demonstrating relevant experience in supporting clinical and scientific research operations, as well as evidence of organizational capacity to manage complex research support functions. The formal solicitation, expected to follow the pre-solicitation phase, will provide specific details regarding contract duration, performance metrics, staffing requirements, and anticipated funding levels to enable potential bidders to develop competitive proposals.