U.S. Technical Expert Recruitment and Management

This contract involves the recruitment, vetting, and onboarding of qualified U.S. subject matter experts drawn from industry, academia, and government sectors to serve in ISO working groups operating under the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (US/TAG). The objective is to ensure that these experts effectively contribute their specialized knowledge and expertise to the development and harmonization of international standards. The effort requires a thorough selection process to identify candidates with the appropriate qualifications and backgrounds who can represent the United States in relevant technical committees. The contract is classified as a subcontract with NAICS code 541611, which pertains to administrative management and general management consulting services. It is managed by the FDA Office of Acquisition and Grant Services, part of the Department of Health and Human Services. The place of performance is Silver Spring, and the work supports the agency’s mission to engage technical experts to advance U.S. interests within international standards organizations. While certain details like solicitation number and set-aside status are not provided, the contract plays a critical role in fostering collaboration between government, industry, and academia in international standards development.