Human Subject Recruitment & Retention Strategy Development

The contract seeks the development and implementation of targeted recruitment and retention strategies for Parkinson’s disease clinical trials, with a strong emphasis on engaging diverse and underrepresented populations. Efforts must include the creation of culturally competent outreach materials and the identification and mitigation of systemic and logistical barriers that hinder participation, ensuring equitable access to clinical research opportunities. The work requires a nuanced understanding of community dynamics, health disparities, and effective communication methods tailored to different demographic groups. As a subcontract under the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity, the effort is aligned with broader Department of Defense goals to advance neurological health research. The solicitation was posted on June 18, 2026, with responses due by November 6, 2026, and falls under the NAICS code 541940 for other scientific and technical consulting services. The place of performance and point of contact details are unspecified, indicating flexibility in execution locations and potential for remote or distributed work models. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in clinical trial infrastructure, human subject engagement, and strategies proven to improve enrollment and retention timelines in neurodegenerative disease studies.