NIH- OER SEED Program Evaluation Support

The National Institutes of Health is forecasting a small business set-aside contract under NAICS code 541990 for the NIH OER SEED Program Evaluation Support, aiming to secure professional expertise and technical support to assess and enhance the SEED program. The contract will require the contractor to deliver business process consulting, automation solutions, engineering services, and performance metrics development tailored to the program’s goals, ensuring measurable improvements in efficiency and outcomes. The procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside, reserving full eligibility for qualified small businesses under SBA guidelines. The anticipated posting date is May 25, 2026, with no formal solicitation number issued yet, indicating this is a pre-solicitation forecast for industry feedback. Performance location details have not been specified, suggesting potential flexibility or remote work options. Key points of contact include Kate Fritz as the Program Point of Contact and Moe Filali as the Contracting Officer, both reachable via NIH email addresses. Interested small businesses should monitor the provided OSDBU link for future solicitation releases and prepare proposals aligned with the evaluation and technical support requirements of the SEED program.