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R -- TECHNICAL SERVICES SOL 263- DUE 071895 POC Ann Bryant, Contracting Officer 301-402-3080. The proposed period of performance shall begin September 30, 1995, and continue through May 30, 1996. The National Center for Research Resources (NCRR) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has a requirement to provide all necessary services, qualified personnel, materials, equipment, and facilities, not otherwise provided by the Government, to obtain the advice and guidance of a senior evaluation consultant to develop the appropriate methodology and design including preparation of cost estimates for a full-scale evaluation to determine the effectiveness of the program entitled, Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI). The RCMI Program addresses the under-representation of minority investigators and institutions in biomedical science by enhancing the research environment at minority colleges and universities that award doctoral degrees in the health sciences. Specifically, the Contractor shall have demonstrated expertise and/or be knowledgeable in the following areas: 1) evaluation design and methodology development, 2) statistics and data analysis and synthesis, 3) computer database software and system operations, 4) management of large research projects, 5) management of Federally-funded grant and contract programs, and 6) resource center operations. The Contractor shall also have good written and communication skills and experience in coordinating and conducting meetings. Demonstrated expertise would include submission of 1) curriculum vita for senior staff and 2) final evaluation reports. NOTE: The purpose of this synopsis is to ascertain qualified small businesses and/or eligible 8(A) sources for this type of service. The Government intends to negotiate either 1) under the 8(A) Program, or 2) Set-Aside for Small Businesses. Responses will not be considered as either bids or proposals, cost or pricing data must not be submitted. Concise responses directed specifically to the requirements mentioned above are requested and will be considered. This notice is limited to interested small businesses and eligible 8 (a) sources who demonstrate their capabilities and experience. NOTE: Standard Industrial Code = 8742, Small Business Size Standard=Having average annual sales or receipts for its preceding three (3) fiscal years not in excess of $3,500,000. Send original and four copies of responses to Ann Bryant. Closing date for receipt of responses is twenty (20) calendar days from the publication date of this notice. (0177)

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