Research Support Services (Clinical and Scientific)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued an amended Small Business Sources Sought Notice for Research Support Services focused on clinical and scientific work. This Special Notice, posted on March 16, 2026, represents a continuation and modification of a previously issued notice. The opportunity is designated for small businesses classified under NAICS code 541611, which covers Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. The notice seeks to identify potential contractors capable of providing professional support services in program management. Interested vendors should review the attached documentation for comprehensive details regarding the scope and requirements of this initiative. This solicitation does not include any set-asides, meaning all eligible small businesses may compete for the opportunity. The federal contract opportunity has been assigned a unique government identifier for tracking and reference purposes.

Small businesses seeking to participate must meet the eligibility criteria as defined by the Small Business Administration for their respective NAICS classification and must submit their sources sought response by the March 30, 2026 deadline. The primary objective of this notice is to gauge market capability and identify qualified small business contractors who can deliver research support services with a clinical and scientific focus. Contractors should be prepared to demonstrate their qualifications in program management and professional support services, as indicated by the PSC code R408. The notice emphasizes administrative management and general management consulting expertise, suggesting that NIH is seeking strategic planning, organizational support, and management consultation capabilities. Interested small businesses must carefully review all attached materials to understand specific technical requirements, past performance expectations, and submission procedures. This amended notice indicates that NIH refined its approach based on initial responses to the previous notice, potentially reflecting adjusted requirements or expanded interest in specific service areas.