SAM #00HCCHD202697923

CDC Sole Source: Black Lung Screening Outreach and Research Services for Coal Workers

This opportunity is a sole source procurement by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), specifically the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Respiratory Health Division, to support the Coal Workers' Health Surveillance Program (CWHSP). - Government Buyer: - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) - Respiratory Health Division - OEMs and Vendors: - West Virginia University, Inc. (sole source contractor) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and outreach services to improve participation in black lung screening and low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) lung health monitoring among Appalachian coal workers - Development and pretesting of survey instruments - Recruitment and surveying of at least 300 active and retired coal workers - Data collection, management, analysis, and reporting - Communication strategy development, message concept testing, and real-world validation - Creation of an implementation-ready communication toolkit for NIOSH and partners - Ongoing reporting and dissemination of findings - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on mixed-methods research and tailored communication strategies for coal miners - Emphasis on outreach to both active and retired Appalachian coal workers - Deliverables include a validated toolkit and comprehensive reporting to support CWHSP outreach and participation - No physical products or part numbers; all services are research, communication, and outreach related

Description

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention intends to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to West Virginia University, Inc. for the purchase of a service agreement for Supporting coal miners by characterizing their perspectives on black lung screening and low-dose computed tomography for lung health monitoring. Understanding the barriers and potential facilitators to participation in the Coal Workers' Health Surveillance Program (CWHSP) is essential for developing effective outreach and support systems to enhance screening uptake and, ultimately, improve health outcomes among coal workers. The anticipated period of performance is 3 years (base + two options):

Base: 07/15/2026 - 07/14/2027

1st Option: 07/15/2027 – 07/14/2028

2nd Option: 07/15/2028 – 07/14/2029

This contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b) (SAP) and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all quotations/responses received prior to the date and time below will be considered by the government.  A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government.  Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.  Any quotation/response should be emailed to Contract Specialist at dwb7@cdc.gov by 7:00AM (ET) on 07/09/2026.

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