Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Program

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is forecasting a future contract under NAICS code 541820 for a Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Program aimed at preventing non-occupational hearing loss in adults. This initiative will involve the development and implementation of public service announcements and educational outreach activities designed to raise awareness about the causes and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss outside of workplace settings. The program seeks to inform the public through targeted communication strategies that promote hearing health and encourage protective behaviors, with a focus on community engagement and behavioral change. All efforts will be aligned with CDC’s public health mission to reduce preventable hearing impairment across the adult population. The point of contact for this opportunity is Timothy Dignam, serving as the Program Point of Contact, with an email address of ted9@cdc.gov; the Contracting Officer position is currently undetermined. The forecast was posted on May 25, 2026, and while no solicitation number or set-aside details are available, the contract is expected to prioritize external communication and educational outreach rather than clinical or medical interventions. The performance location and specific deliverables have not yet been defined, but the scope clearly centers on public-facing campaigns to address the growing public health concern of non-occupational hearing loss due to recreational and environmental noise exposure.