Opportunity
NIH Reporter #5R01AG071520-05
Evaluation of 'On the Move' Exercise Program for Older Adults in Pennsylvania Senior Centers
Posted
July 12, 2026
Identifier
5R01AG071520-05
NAICS
541715, 541720
This opportunity from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the NIH, seeks a partner to evaluate the 'On the Move' group exercise program for older adults in Pennsylvania senior centers. - Government Buyer: - National Institute on Aging (NIA), National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Lead organization: University of Pittsburgh - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named - Products/Services Requested: - Evaluation and implementation of the 'On the Move' group exercise program - Cluster-randomized trial across 44 senior community centers - Services include health promotion, exercise program delivery, and research evaluation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Expertise in professional and management development training - Educational support services - Experience with cluster-randomized trials in community health settings - Focus on real-world application and fidelity assessment
Description
This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness and fidelity of the "On the Move" exercise program in community settings to improve mobility among older adults. It involves a cluster-randomized trial across multiple senior centers, focusing on real-world implementation and health promotion. The program is conducted in 44 senior community centers in Pennsylvania. The project is led by the University of Pittsburgh and funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the NIH.