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U -- THE SCHOOL HEALTH POLICIES AND PROGRAMS STUDY 2000 SOL 200-97-0603(P) DUE 021197 POC Lorenzo J. Falgiano, Contract Specialist, (404) 842-6786 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) contemplates awarding a contract to develop and conduct, in the year 2000, the second School Health Policies and Programs Study (SHPPS 2000). The focus of the study shall be to design, conduct, and report on a national study of school health policies and programs in grades kindergarten through twelve. The study shall identify the extent to which school policies and programs address six categories of behavior related to the leading causes of morbidity, mortality, and social problems among youth and adults: behavior that contributes to intentional and unintentional injuries; tobacco use; alcohol and other drug use; sexual behavior that results in unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV infection; dietary behavior; and physical activity. The study shall also provide data to help monitor relevant National Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Objectives and National Education Goals. The scheduled issue date of the RFP (Request for Proposals) is approximately December 12, 1996. The period of performance shall be approximately forty-three (43) months and the Government anticipates making award on or before June 1, 1997. Telephone requests will not be accepted; only written or facsimile requests for this solicitation will be honored. Facsimile requests should be sent to (404) 842-6727, citing RFP number 200-97-0603(P). (0325)

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