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D -- SUPPORT FOR THE OPERATIONS OF THE NATIONAL REPORTING PROGRAM (NRP) SOL 213-98-0012 POC Contact Jo-Lynn Davis, (301) 443-7076/Contracting Officer, Jacqueline R. Jones (301) 443-6413 E-MAIL: PROGRAM SUPPORT CENTER, JDavis2@psc.dhhs.gov. The proposed acquisition listed herein is a 100% small business set-aside. The Department of Health and Human Services/PSC/DAM/ADP Acquisitions Branch has a requirement to provide support for the operations of the National Reporting Program (NRP) of the Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The NRP conducts nationwide organizational inventories and sample client surveys and provides descriptive information on the mental health service delivery system in the United States. Support is required in the areas of a) Computer Analyses for use in Data Reporting and Dissemination; b) Data Base Management Support; and c) Statistical Methodology and Application. Qualified sources must demonstrate: 1) availability of qualified staff with proficiency in database management and complex statistical applications using large-scale data bases, including skills in SAS on both the mainframe and personal computer; 2) management plan with quality control procedures anddemonstrated corporate experience in managing similar projects; 3) availability of adequate equipment and software; and 4) experience with IBM 370 mainframe systems and Novell Local Area Networks. The anticipated period of performance is twelve (12) months from the effective date of the contract with two (2) twelve (12) month option periods. The RFP will be available approximately fifteen (15) days from the date of issuance. The closing date will be approximately thirty (30) days after the issuance. A copy of the solicitation may be obtained by submitting a written request to the attention of Jo-Lynn Davis, citing solicitation number 213-98-0012. Written requests may be mailed to the address above or sent by facsimile to (301) 443-2761 or (301) 443-8488. See Numbered Note 1. (0147)

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