Technical support services for Huron's PROTECT IRB and Safety modules, and Huron custom REST API Contract

The contract involves providing technical support and maintenance services for the Huron PROTECT system, which is integral to the NIH Intramural Research Program's (IRP) electronic Institutional Review Board (IRB) system and its associated API. This system is extensively used by NIH researchers and external partners for submitting protocol reviews, modifications, and continuing reviews, as well as for obtaining approvals from various committees such as the Scientific Review Committee, Radiation Safety Committee, and NIH Ethics Office. The support ensures that all human subjects research complies with NIH, HHS, and FDA regulations, maintaining the integrity and safety of research activities. Additionally, the contract includes the development and support of a custom REST API created in collaboration with Huron, which facilitates the seamless transfer of protocol data necessary for patient care at the NIH Clinical Center, underscoring its critical role in clinical operations. The solicitation, issued by the NIH Office of Human Subjects Research Protections, was posted on September 17, 2025, with a response deadline of September 23, 2025. It is a combined procurement under NAICS code 541511, indicating a focus on information technology services. The contract is to be performed in Maryland, with primary contact being Brian Lind. The scope emphasizes ongoing technical support, system maintenance, and API enhancements to ensure the continuous, compliant operation of the IRB and related systems vital to NIH’s research and clinical activities.