Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought for Human Subjects Protection (HSP) Personnel Management and Support Services for the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), Office of Human and Animal Research Oversight (OHARO)

Background
The U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), specifically the Office of Human and Animal Research Oversight (OHARO), is seeking information regarding Human Subjects Protection (HSP) Personnel Management and Support Services. This initiative aims to ensure compliance with various human subjects protection regulations and ethical standards for research protocols funded or supported by the USAMRDC.

Work Details
The contractor shall adhere to all OHARO and OHRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and policies during the performance of the contract. Key tasks include:

1) Accelerating investigator approval processes through timely reviews of proposal submissions;
2) Providing comprehensive initial reviews of research;
3) Ensuring compliance with human subjects protection regulations;
4) Conducting regulatory-based written initial reviews using standardized checklists;
5) Recommending solutions for compliance issues;
6) Offering regulatory consultation on proposals;
7) Completing administrative review actions post-approval;
8) Interpreting federal requirements for administrative review actions;
9) Prioritizing submissions for initial review based on various factors;
10) Providing accurate information and assistance to customers;
11) Engaging in communication with key personnel;
12) Conducting pre-reviews of specific protocol categories.

Additionally, up to 8 Contractor Full-Time Equivalents (CFTEs) may be required to support OHARO objectives as needed.

Place of Performance
The primary location for contract performance is Fort Detrick.