What types of technical expertise does the NLM prioritize for procurement?

The NLM focuses on vendors with deep experience in bioinformatics, database management, high-performance computing, and digital preservation to maintain its massive collection of medical literature and genomic data.

How does the NLM structure its IT and software development solicitations?

Solicitations often emphasize agile development methodologies and secure cloud integration. Vendors should demonstrate the ability to handle sensitive health data while meeting rigorous federal accessibility and security standards.

Are there specific set-asides common for NLM research and library support contracts?

The NLM frequently utilizes small business set-asides for specialized professional services, particularly for vendors that can combine technical IT skills with domain-specific knowledge in library science or medical research.

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH · Contracting Office

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NLM

92 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office92 solicitationsUnder NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH

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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 NLM.

The National Library of Medicine (NLM) procures specialized technical expertise to support biomedical informatics, digital archiving, and the development of large-scale medical database systems. Vendors compete for contracts involving software engineering, data curation, library science research, and the maintenance of critical health information infrastructure.

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.

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