Emerging Tobacco Products Communicaton Initiative

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is seeking to develop, implement, and evaluate health communication activities aimed at educating youth influencers such as teachers, coaches, and healthcare providers about the health risks associated with e-cigarette use among young people. The initiative focuses on equipping these key individuals with accurate information and evidence-based cessation resources they can use to support youth in quitting or avoiding e-cigarette use. The effort is designed to reach those in positions of trust and influence within youth communities to amplify public health messaging and encourage behavior change at the grassroots level. The contract falls under NAICS code 541820, indicating it involves advertising, marketing, and public relations services, and is part of the Emerging Tobacco Products Communication Initiative. It is posted as a forecast opportunity with a publication date of May 25, 2026, and no set-aside designation has been specified. The point of contact for program-related inquiries is Sarah Lewis at irr6@cdc.gov, while the contracting officer position remains to be filled. All activities under this contract are expected to be performed in the United States, with no specific location designated beyond the agency’s headquarters in the CDC.