Bid guide
How to bid on Office-Wide Innovative Solutions for Resilient Systems Office (RSO) at NIH
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking innovative solutions for systemic challenges within healthcare and public health. This opportunity, managed by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Resilient Systems Office (RSO), aims to invest in cutting-edge technologies. These technologies should address long-standing gaps in the quality, efficacy, and consistent availability of care.
This is an important opportunity for businesses with novel approaches to improve healthcare outcomes and public health infrastructure. The RSO is looking for solutions that can make a significant impact on current challenges.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 25, 2024, and is open for an extended period. The deadline for submissions is March 03, 2029, at 11:59 PM ET. This long window allows proposers ample time to develop and refine their solution summaries and proposals.
At the deadline, no further submissions will be accepted. It is crucial to submit all required documents well in advance of this time to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in innovative technologies and solutions for healthcare and public health. Companies with expertise in areas that address gaps in care quality, efficacy, and availability are particularly encouraged to respond. This is a professional services category.
It is important to note that federal government employees and Federal Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are not permitted to respond to this solicitation.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must submit a solution summary first, and then a proposal. Solution summary submissions and questions must be submitted through the ARPA-H solutions portal. Proposal submissions are also made through this portal.
The solicitation has been amended, removing the option to submit proposals through Grants.gov and the option to submit a solution summary and proposal at the same time. If you previously submitted a solution summary but not a proposal, your proposal will be evaluated under the terms of the amendment.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Given the focus on innovative solutions, clearly articulate the novelty and potential impact of your proposed technology. Emphasize how your solution directly addresses the systemic challenges and gaps in healthcare and public health that the RSO is interested in.
Pay close attention to the updated requirements in the amendment. Ensure your proposal complies with all specified document requirements, including the use of sans serif fonts for readability. The Task Description Document and Research Description Document will not be evaluated as part of the proposal, so focus your efforts on the core proposal content. Also, be aware of the NIH’s Genomic Data Sharing Policy if applicable to your proposed work.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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