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Research and Development Biomedical Solutions Provider - Request for Proposal

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47QFWA20K0014Federal

Submission Closed07/13/2020, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 541714

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The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) has issued solicitation RFA-AI-28-012 to establish a consortium of Translational Centers Using Microphysiological Systems for Infectious Diseases (TCMID). The primary objective is to refine and validate human tissue models using Microphysiological Systems (MPS) to a level consistent with regulatory qualifications, thereby promoting their adoption by product developers and reducing reliance on laboratory animals. This initiative aligns with NIH and FDA guidance on New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to accelerate the development of safer medical interventions by capturing human variability and patient-specific characteristics. The program is structured around an Administrative Core, a Qualification Core, and Scientific Cores, with a heavy emphasis on technical readiness, reproducibility, and regulatory acceptance. Key deliverables include the validation of assays for specific endpoints and the submission of regulatory packages. Applicants must be domestic entities, as foreign organizations and foreign subawards are strictly prohibited. Required personnel must possess deep expertise in infectious diseases, MPS platforms, bioinformatics, and FDA submission processes. Applications are due by January 29, 2027, and must be submitted via the NIH ASSIST system or approved institutional system-to-system solutions. Evaluation is based on an overall impact score considering the project's significance, the suitability of the investigators, and the quality of the institutional environment. Mandatory application components include a Data Management and Sharing Plan and a Benchmarks and Timeline PDF not exceeding six pages. Awardees must also adhere to strict cybersecurity incident reporting guidelines, notifying HHS within 48 hours of any discovery.

National Institutes Of Health

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Immune Tolerance Network (UM1 Clinical Trial Required)

Solicitation # RFA-AI-28-005

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Pre-Clinical Models of Infectious Diseases

Solicitation # 75N93027R00003

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Artificial Blood and Medical Consumable InnovationThe Artificial Blood and Medical Consumable Innovation subcontract supports the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency within the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves providing innovative medical consumables and conducting biochemical research specifically focused on the development of artificial blood for prime contractors on DARPA Biological Technologies Office projects. The contractor is responsible for engineering scalable manufacturing processes for these consumables using sterile manufacturing facilities and bio-reactors. Key deliverables include the production of artificial blood prototypes and the implementation of scalable medical consumable solutions. This effort falls under NAICS code 541714, with a response deadline set for November 15, 2026.

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Pre-Award Synopsis Texas Shield

Solicitation # DARPA-SN-27-07

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Solicitation # 140G0226Q0047

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Solicitation # HT9427RFI2027LRP

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Clinical Trial Site Operations and Participant ManagementThis subcontract for Clinical Trial Site Operations and Participant Management supports prime contractors on NIH/NIDDK projects through the direct execution of clinical trials. The scope of work includes recruiting and enrolling study participants, implementing lifestyle intervention weight loss programs, and conducting scheduled study visits and clinical procedures. To ensure compliance and quality, the provider must maintain IRB approval, active SAM/eRA Commons registration, and utilize specialized clinical trial facilities equipped with medical-grade ultra-low temperature freezers for biospecimen storage. The primary deliverables for this engagement consist of completed participant visits, curated patient data, and the collection of biospecimens. This opportunity is associated with NAICS code 541714 and falls under the jurisdiction of the National Institutes of Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. The response deadline for this requirement is November 17, 2026.

National Institutes Of Health

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replacement skidsteerutility vehicle and attachmentsThe US Geological Survey, under the Department of the Interior, is forecasting the acquisition of a replacement skidsteer utility vehicle and associated attachments. This procurement is intended to support the National Wildlife Health Center located in Madison, Wisconsin, specifically benefiting the Midcontinent Region and Ecosystems Mission Area. The project is categorized under NAICS code 541714 and is listed as a forecast with a posted date of October 14, 2026. Sean Jones serves as the primary point of contact and small business specialist for this requirement.

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General Info

Agency

General Services Administration → Its/ Netwrk Svcs Contract Opns DIV1

Contract Value

$113,293,528.29

NAICS

541714 - Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

Place of Performance

San Antonio, TX, USA

Set-Aside

Awardee

ABSS SOLUTIONS INC

Award Issued Date

09/08/2020, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

A12.2+Attachment+12+Previous+Experience+Worksheet+-+Phase+1-+Amendment2.July2.docx

Attachment+16.+General+Information.pdf

Attachment+17+SF-30+Amendment+2.pdf

RFP+Question+Answer+Log.2+july.final.xlsx

Solicitation+A-J+-+ID07200010.2+July.Amendment2.pdf

Solicitation+K-M+-+ID07200010.2+July.Amendment2.pdf

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3 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedJun 12

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Notice updatedJun 25

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Response DeadlineJul 13

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Submission Closed

07/13/2020, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyGeneral Services Administration → Its/ Netwrk Svcs Contract Opns DIV1

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

Organization / AgencyGeneral Services Administration → Its/ Netwrk Svcs Contract Opns DIV1

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

Contacts

David Kilbourne

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Full Description

NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD The General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Assisted Acquisition Service (AAS) Region 7 (R7) is issuing this Award Notice as a result of the subsequent contract award in response to solicitation RFP 47QFWA20K0014 This notice shall serve as the official synopses of contract award and satisfies all FAR Part 5 award notification requirements unless the CO is notified otherwise. This is an Assisted Acquisition conducted by GSA on behalf of DOD with DOD funding and requirements. (1) Action Code. N/A (2) Date. 8 September (3) Year. 2020 (4) Contracting Office ZIP Code. 76102 (5) Product or Service Code. AN11 (6) Contracting Office Address. 819 Taylor Street, Fort Worth, TX (7) Subject. Contract Award for Research and Development Biomedical Solutions Provider (8) Proposed Solicitation Number. RFP 47QFWA20K0014 (9) Closing Response Date. July 13th (10) Contact Point or Contracting Officer. David Kilbourne; david.kilbourne@gsa.gov (11) Contract Award and Solicitation Number. Contract Award (47QFWA20c0012) Solicitation (RFP 47QFWA20K0014) (12) Contract Award Dollar Amount. $92,883,771.50 (13) Line Item Number. Pricing Document (14) Contract Award Date. September 8th 2020 (15) Contractor. ABSS Solutions Inc. (16) Description. Research and Development Biomedical Solutions Provider (17) Place of Contract Performance. San Antonio Military Bases and surrounding area (18) Set-aside Status. Open Market 8(a) Competitive //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Amendment 2 to Request for Proposal - 2 July 2020 Amendment Number 2 and the documents with the changes referenced in Amendment 2 have been posted to this site. Answers to the Questions for this RFP have been included in the RFP Question Answer Log. Changes to the solicitation have been made in Solicitation Documents A-J and K-M. Changes have been reflected in Attachment 17 SF-30 Amendment 2. Attachment 16 was referenced in Amendment 1, but was not uploaded. This document has now been uploaded. Offerors must use the updated Previous Experience Worksheet for the proposal response submission. New Documents Posted in Amendment 2 A12.2 Attachment 12 Previous Experience Worksheet - Phase 1 - Amendment2.July2 Attachment 16. General Information Attachment 17. SF-30 Amendment 2 Solicitation A-J - ID07200010.2 July Amendment 2 Solicitation K-M - ID07200010.2 July Amendment 2 RFP Question Answer Log.2july.final //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Amendment 1 to Request for Proposal - 24 June 2020 Amendment Number 1 and the documents with the changes referenced in Amendment 1 have been posted to this site. In order to allow offerors the opportunity to ask questions to changes in Amendment 1, the Government will allow questions regarding the changes referenced in Amendment 1. Offerors must submit their questions and ensure they are received by the Government no later than 10:00 PM Central Time on June 29th. The Government will try to include answers to any questions posed during this time in the same amendment that will answer the questions previously received by the Government. New Documents Posted in Amendment 1 3.1 PWS K-M - ID07200010.24 June Amendment1 Attachment 10.1 - Pricing Worksheet Evaluation Attachment 13.1 - Pricing Worksheet Additional Labor categories Attachment 17 - SF-30 Amendment 1 Attachment 18.1 AAS R7 Pre-Proposal Teleconference.briefed Attachment 18.2 59th Requirement Deep Dive Attachment 18.3 Attendance log ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// The General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Assisted Acquisition Service (AAS) Region 7 (R7) is issuing this solicitation notice to publish a formal Request for Proposal. Details of the requirement are provided within the documents attached to this Notice. There will be a Pre-Proposal Conference Scheduled for Thursday, June 18th at 10:00 A.M. Additional instructions for the dial-in informaiton can be found within Attachment 15 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS for Pre-Proposal Teleconference: In order to accommodate and make space for all interested firms, please submit an email with your contact information and your notice of intent to attend. Submit email to david.kilbourne@gsa.gov. Background of Requirement: The 59th Medical Wing (59 MDW) Science and Technology (ST) office advises and conducts clinical and translational research under the guidance of the Air Force Surgeon General (AF/SG), the Secretary of the Air Force (SAF), Air Force Chief of Staff, and the Office of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs (ASD/HA) on matters pertaining to the medical aspects of the Air Expeditionary Force and the health of Air Force (AF) personnel and beneficiaries. In order to support the required research, ST offices conduct translational research in the areas of emergency medical care, combat casualty care, force health protection, restorative medicine, clinical and rehabilitative medicine and specialty centers. List of Attachments in this solicitation include the following: 1.0 Pre-Solicitation Notice 2.0 Solicitation Sections A-J 3.0 Solicitation Sections K-M A1. PWS Attachment 1 Project Tracking Spreadsheet A3.1 Attachment 3.1 QASP A3.2 Attachment 3.2 QASP Supplement A4.0 Attachment 4 CTP Form A6.0 Attachment 6 Labor Category A7.0 Attachment Afterburn A8.0 SCA WD A9.0 PWS Attachment 9 A10.0 Attachment 10 Pricing Worksheet Evaluation A11.0 Attachment 11 Section K Full Text REPS and CERTS A12.0 Attachment 12 Previous Experience Worksheet - Phase 1 A13.0 Attachment 13 Pricing Worksheet Additional Labor Categories A14.0 Attachment 14. SF 26 Section A A15.0 Pre-Proposal Conference Dial in Information

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