What types of research and scientific support does the NIA prioritize for procurement?

The NIA focuses on solicitations for clinical trial coordination, longitudinal study management, molecular biology research, and the development of diagnostic tools for Alzheimer's and related dementias.

How can small businesses increase their competitiveness for NIA contract awards?

Small businesses should align their capabilities with specific NIA research priorities, such as health disparities in aging or neurodegenerative disease research, and leverage SBIR/STTR programs which are heavily utilized by the NIH ecosystem.

Are there specific facility or clearance requirements for NIA contractors?

Vendors often need to demonstrate compliance with rigorous Institutional Review Board (IRB) standards, HIPAA requirements for handling sensitive patient health data, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines for research-related awards.

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH · Contracting Office

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIA

44 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office44 solicitationsUnder NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH

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NATIONAL INSTITUTES

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIA.

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) procures specialized research support to advance the understanding of the aging process and age-related diseases. Vendors compete for contracts involving clinical trial management, longitudinal study data analysis, geriatric healthcare research, and the development of specialized laboratory equipment for biomedical discovery.

Hierarchy: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH · 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.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

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