PRESOL | A | Collection , maintenance and dissemination of quality cancer education and research materials to Native researchers and communities through the Native Cancer Information Resource Center and Learning Exchange (C.I.R.C.L.E.)

FBO DAILY ISSUE OF SEPTEMBER 03, 2009 FBO #2840
SOLICITATION NOTICE

A -- Collection , maintenance and dissemination of quality cancer education and research materials to Native researchers and communities through the Native Cancer Information Resource Center and Learning Exchange (C.I.R.C.L.E.)

Notice Date: 9/1/2009
Notice Type: Presolicitation
NAICS: 541712 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
Contracting Office: Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute, Office of Acquisitions, 6120 Executive Blvd., EPS Suite 600, Rockville, Maryland, 20852
ZIP Code: 20852
Solicitation Number: NCI-90228-KM
Archive Date: 10/1/2009
Point of Contact: Karri L. Mares, Phone: 3014357774, Caren N Rasmussen, Phone: (301) 402-4509
E-Mail Address: maresk@mail.nih.gov, cr214i@nih.gov
(maresk@mail.nih.gov, cr214i@nih.gov)
Small Business Set-Aside: N/A
Description: The National Cancer Institute (NCI), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) plans to procure on a sole source basis the collection, maintenance and dissemination of quality cancer education and research materials to Native researchers and communities through the Native Cancer Information Resource Center and Learning Exchange (C.I.R.C.L.E.) from Mayo Clinic Rochester, 200 First Street, SW, Rochester, MN 55905. This acquisition will be processed in accordance with simplified acquisition procedures as stated in FAR Part 13.106-1 (b)(1). The North American Industry Classification System code is 541712 and the business size standard is 500 employees. The period of performance shall be twelve (12) months from date of award. Native C.I.R.C.L.E. (Cancer Information Resource Center and Learning Exchange) has been in operation as a national clearinghouse for cancer education materials specific to American Indian and Alaska Native communities for lay and professional use since September 1998. This resource center has become part of NCI’s effort to disseminate the results of community-based research, including the culturally appropriate educational materials developed as part of the research endeavor. It is a collaborative effort with the Mayo Clinic and the NCI-supported Network for Cancer Control Research among American Indian and Alaska Native Cancer Populations, the oversight body for the Native CIRCLE, which has approval authority for materials included in the resource center to ensure that they are appropriate, relevant and evidence-based. Native CIRCLE has evolved to become the educational arm for the NCI Special Populations Network/Community Networks Program “Spirit of Eagles,” collecting and distributing materials developed and tested through its research projects. The reputation of Native CIRCLE extends nationally as a central resource for dissemination of research results and distribution of materials proven effective through research. The Network’s connection to Native American researchers and tribal organizations provides a unique opportunity to provide outreach in this manner. Information requested from the resource center has led to distribution of over 35,000 pieces of literature and videos each year for use in research and interventions in Native America communities. The center provides materials to over 30 conferences per year. In addition, the Native CIRCLE has the most up to date bibliography on cancer affecting American Indians and Alaska Natives. The center’s web site ( http://www.mayo.edu/nativecircle ) results in thousands of email requests for materials and information. The Native CIRCLE also coordinates the meetings of the Network and the biennial national conferences on “Cancer in Indian Country.” The purpose of this contract is to obtain cancer control research and educational materials from researchers and educators working with American Indian and Alaska Native populations, schedule and facilitate their review by the Native CIRCLE advisory board, catalog approved materials and enter them into the Native CIRCLE database, answer requests from both researchers and communities seeking to use the materials, and keep a record of requests. The Mayo Clinic houses the Native CIRCLE, providing space and financial support to maintain the resource center, which provides cancer-related materials to healthcare professionals and lay people involved in the education, care, and treatment of Native peoples. Mayo Clinic also provides support for the Network for Cancer Control Research among American Indian and Alaska Native Populations, the oversight body for the Native CIRCLE, which has approval authority for materials included in the resource center to ensure that they are appropriate, relevant and evidence-based. In addition, the Mayo Clinic has trained personnel who are completely familiar with the operation and content of the Native CIRCLE and whose experience includes obtaining materials from researchers and educators, scheduling their review by the Native CIRCLE advisory board, cataloging approved materials and entering them into the database, answering requests from those seeking to use the materials, and keeping a record of those requests. The Network’s connection to Native American researchers and tribal organizations provides a unique opportunity to accomplish outreach among Native communities. Mayo Clinic is the only organization that houses the already vast database of research-tested materials. There is no other organization with the knowledge and resources to carry out this work; accordingly, the Mayo Clinic Rochester is uniquely qualified to perform the work outlined in this requirement. <img src="file:///C:/DOCUME~1/maresk/LOCALS~1/Temp/msohtml1/01/clip_image001.gif" alt="" width="2" height="38" /> T his is not a request for competitive quotation. However, if any interested party believes it can meet the above requirement, it may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement of capabilities and any other information furnished must be in writing and must contain material in sufficient detail to allow the researcher to determine if the party can meet this requirement. One (1) original and one (1) copy of the capability statement must be received in the contracting office September 16, 2009 by 11: 00 a.m. EST on. All questions must be in writing and can be faxed to 301-402-4513 or sent via email to Karri Mares maresk@mail.nih.gov. It is the vendor's responsibility to ensure questions have been received by the contract specialist. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. No collect calls will be accepted. In order to receive an award, contractor must have valid, updated registration and certification in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) and the Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). <img src="file:///C:/DOCUME~1/maresk/LOCALS~1/Temp/msohtml1/01/clip_image002.gif" alt="" width="58" height="2" /> Please reference solicitation No. NCI-90228 -KM on all correspondence.
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