Federal Register #2026-05734

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public input to inform its Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031. - Government Buyer: - National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Department of Health and Human Services - Purpose of Notice: - Request for Information (RFI) to gather comments and suggestions from stakeholders - Focus on shaping the NIH-wide strategic direction for 2027-2031 - Products/Services Requested: - No products, services, part numbers, or quantities are requested - This is not a procurement or solicitation for goods or services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Seeks broad input from scientific research, advocacy, clinical practice, and the general public - Emphasizes feedback on three priorities: biomedical and behavioral science research, research capacity, and research operations - Organizational responses are encouraged - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a purchase request

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking broad public input through this Request for Information (RFI) to assist in developing the NIH-Wide Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031. The RFI invites comments from stakeholders across scientific research, advocacy, clinical practice communities, and the general public regarding the proposed framework for the strategic plan. The plan focuses on three key priorities: biomedical and behavioral science research, scientific research capacity, and scientific research operations. Organizations are encouraged to submit a single response reflecting their collective views by May 26, 2026.