Foreign Affiliation and Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosure Management

The contract focuses on supporting the identification, documentation, and timely disclosure of foreign affiliations and conflicts of interest among key personnel to ensure strict compliance with NSPM-33 and all applicable federal research security mandates. This effort is critical for safeguarding federally funded research integrity by mitigating risks associated with undue foreign influence and ensuring transparency in personnel relationships with foreign entities. The work requires thorough vetting of affiliations, accurate recordkeeping, and structured reporting processes aligned with government standards. The subcontract is issued by the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity under the Department of Defense and is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating it pertains to scientific research and development services. The opportunity was posted on June 25, 2026, with a response deadline set for September 22, 2026. The performance location is not specified, and no set-aside provisions or point of contact details are provided, but the scope demands specialized expertise in research compliance, institutional policy alignment, and federal security protocols for high-risk research environments.