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This subcontract with the Department of Housing and Urban Development focuses on social science and housing policy research. The primary objective is to conduct original research and rigorous studies examining the relationship between housing policy and household decisions, with a specific emphasis on marriage and family formation. The selected provider will be responsible for producing academic findings and delivering comprehensive research reports and policy briefs. This work falls under NAICS code 541720 and is designed to support prime research institutions in analyzing the impacts of HUD projects.

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HUD subcontract for social science research on housing policy, marriage, and family formation.

Agency

Department Of Housing And Urban Development

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Place of Performance

Not specified

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of PDR-2600-DC-0USP.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedMay 12

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AgencyDepartment Of Housing And Urban Development

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Housing And Urban Development

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Performs original research on the relationship between housing policy and household decisions for prime research institutions on HUD projects. Conducts studies on marriage and family formation in the context of housing policy using rigorous research methods. Produces policy briefs and academic findings. Delivers research reports and policy briefs.

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