Regulatory Compliance and Ethics Review Support

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide comprehensive regulatory compliance and ethics review support for research activities under the Department of Defense, specifically focusing on submissions to Institutional Review Boards, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees, and other ethics review bodies. The primary responsibility includes ensuring all research protocols adhere to Department of Defense regulations and secure necessary approvals, particularly from the Defense Health Agency Office of Research Oversight and Regulatory Compliance. This work requires deep expertise in navigating federal research ethics frameworks and maintaining strict adherence to DoD standards throughout the lifecycle of research projects. The subcontract is open for proposals with a response deadline of November 18, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating it pertains to management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The work is associated with the U.S. Army Medical Research and Acquisition Activity under the Department of Defense, though no specific location is designated for performance. The nature of the contract implies that the selected entity will serve in a critical advisory and compliance role, supporting the integrity and legal standing of military-funded research by managing documentation, coordination, and regulatory alignment across multiple oversight entities. No set-aside provisions are in place, making eligibility open to all qualified parties regardless of business size or ownership category.