What types of professional services does CEPI prioritize in its solicitations?

CEPI focuses on health services research, clinical guideline development, systematic evidence reviews, and technical assistance for healthcare systems. Vendors with expertise in patient safety, health IT implementation, and quality measurement are highly competitive.

Does CEPI require specific clearances for its contractors?

Most CEPI contracts involve public health research and do not require security clearances. However, vendors must demonstrate strict adherence to HIPAA and data privacy protocols when handling sensitive clinical or patient-level datasets.

How can small businesses compete for contracts within this center?

CEPI frequently utilizes small business set-asides for research and analytical support tasks. Vendors should focus on demonstrating deep subject matter expertise in healthcare delivery science and the ability to synthesize complex clinical data for public dissemination.

AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY · Contracting Office

AHRQ CENTER FOR EVIDENCE AND PRACTICE IMPROVEMENT

5 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office5 solicitationsUnder AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of AHRQ CENTER FOR EVIDENCE AND PRACTICE IMPROVEMENT.

The AHRQ Center for Evidence and Practice Improvement (CEPI) procures research, analytical, and technical assistance services to advance evidence-based healthcare delivery and clinical quality. Vendors typically provide systematic literature reviews, health services research, data modeling, and implementation science support to translate research findings into actionable clinical practice.

Hierarchy: AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY · DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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