Site-Specific Clinical Research Study Execution

The contract requires the design and execution of a focused clinical research project examining outcomes related to spinal cord injury in the domains of health, employment, or community living. The awardee must obtain IRB approval, recruit eligible participants, deliver the assigned intervention, and systematically measure outcomes using validated methods. This work is conducted as a subcontract under the Administration for Community Living within the Department of Health and Human Services and is aligned with research priorities aimed at improving quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries. All activities must adhere to ethical standards and federal research guidelines, with full responsibility for study implementation resting with the contractor. The project is governed under NAICS code 541714, indicating a focus on research and development in the social sciences and humanities. The solicitation was posted on June 22, 2026, with responses due by July 29, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, and the place of performance details are not provided, implying flexibility in location as long as the research objectives are met. The award is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it supports broader federal efforts to advance SCI recovery and integration outcomes. The contractor must demonstrate capacity in human subjects research, clinical study logistics, and outcome measurement to successfully fulfill the scope.