The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking technical and professional assistance to support its ePROS program, which manages human subject research applications and post-approval monitoring. This is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a base period of five years. The estimated total value is $6,000,000. 00. The solicitation is set aside solely for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses. The proposal due date is June 11, 2026.
The contract period is a base period of five years, with services awarded by individually funded task orders. Task orders will have specific performance periods. The POP begin date is 6/15/2026 and POP end date is 6/14/2031.
Invoices shall be submitted in arrears upon receipt and acceptance by the VA. Payment will be made in accordance with the prompt payment act and prompt payment regulations.
The contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered hereunder are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.
Key personnel requirements include a Program/Project Manager with a Master's degree, 5 years in research administration, and 3 years in management. Protocol Coordinators require 3 years of experience in IRB reviews and proficient written and oral communication skills.
The contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the contractor and without its fault or negligence. Liquidated damages may apply for data breaches.
Failure to complete mandatory annual training and sign the rules of behavior annually may result in suspension or termination of all physical or electronic access privileges and removal from work on the contract.
The total amount of services required is estimated to be $5,000,****. The maximum ceiling of the base contract is $6,000,**** over a five-year period.
