EPA - Systematic Review Software - MRAS

The General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is conducting market research to support the acquisition of systematic review software. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP) to enhance its activities under several key environmental protection programs, including the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Safe Drinking Water Act, and Endocrine Disruptor Screening Programs. The primary goal is to ensure that existing chemicals are evaluated for safety using a systematic approach that incorporates data from various scientific disciplines.

The EPA's Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) requires a robust and customizable software solution to facilitate systematic reviews for chemical risk evaluations. The software will be used throughout all stages of systematic review, which include searching, screening, data evaluation, extraction, and integration. This process is crucial for assessing information related to chemical properties, environmental impact, human health hazards, and more. By employing an efficient software tool, OPPT aims to streamline its risk assessment processes under TSCA Section 6 regulations.

In addition to supporting OPPT's work on existing chemical risk assessments, the systematic review software will also aid the Office of Pesticide Program's Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP). This program focuses on identifying potential endocrine disruptors through validated methods as mandated by section 408(p) of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Furthermore, the Drinking Water Science and Engineering Division within EPA's Office of Groundwater and Drinking Water will utilize this software for developing health assessments related to drinking water contaminants.