Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
MD20260120 (Rev 0)Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Maryland • Montgomery
Rate
Base $47.92Fringe $24.44
Rate
Base $37.50Fringe $14.78
+78 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
NCI OA Special Notice of Subcontract Opportunity at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: 2aa1180dba0d43089155186baea7d4d8
Type • Special NoticeDepartment • Department of Health and Human ServicesAgency • National Institutes Of HealthState • MDPosted • Jan 09, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDue • Feb 02, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC• Expired
Special Notice from NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH • HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: MD. Response deadline: Feb 02, 2026.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$7,212,353,333
Sector total $7,212,353,333 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$233,223
P10–P90
$30,957–$1,295,712
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($7,212,353,333)
Deal sizing
$233,223 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
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Live POP
Place of performance
Not listed
State: MD
Contracting office
Bethesda, MD • 20892 USA
Applicable Wage Determinations
SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
MD20260120 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Maryland • Montgomery
Rate
Base $47.92Fringe $24.44
Rate
Base $37.50Fringe $14.78
Rate
Base $34.41Fringe $14.49
+77 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MD20260125 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Maryland • Talbot
Rate
Base $32.00Fringe $8.29
Rate
Base $37.50Fringe $14.78
Rate
Base $36.09Fringe $18.76
+57 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MD20260077 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Maryland • Talbot
Rate
Base $27.00Fringe $7.34
Rate
Base $37.08Fringe $25.48
Rate
Base $26.80Fringe $7.08
+49 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
MD20260033 (Rev 0)Published Jan 02, 2026Maryland • Caroline
Rate
Base $27.00Fringe $7.35
Rate
Base $37.08Fringe $25.48
Rate
Base $26.80Fringe $7.08
+47 more occupation rates in this WD
Point of Contact
Name
Chad Hildebrand
Email
chad.hildebrand@nih.gov
Phone
Not available
Name
Cody Wenner
Email
cody.wenner@nih.gov
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
Subagency
NIH NCI
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Bethesda, MD
20892 USA
Description
This Special Notice is not a formal Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ) nor any type of Solicitation for offers. In accordance with FAR 15.201(d), this Special Notice is intended FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY in order to publicize the requirements of the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNLCR).
The FNLCR is a Government-Owned Contractor-Operated Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) located at Fort Detrick, Maryland. The FNLCR partners with university, Government, and corporate scientists to speed the translation of laboratory research into new diagnostic tests and treatments for cancer and AIDS. FNLCR is a multi-program laboratory currently operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. (Leidos Biomed) for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) under Prime Contract No. 75N91019D00024 & HHSN261201500003I, which provides Operations and Technical Support (OTS) for the FNLCR.
The Government assumes no liability for reimbursement for any effort or associated costs to respond, nor for any information provided as a result of this Special Notice as no information is being requested. Please be advised that any submissions provided, despite that no information is requested, become Government property and will not be returned, nor will there be any ensuing discussions or debriefings.
Responses submitted to this Special Notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the U.S. Government to form a binding contract. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor this site and any sites referenced herein for additional information pertaining to business opportunities with the FNLCR, if any.
Description of Work: This request for information is to determine the level of interest for the provision and management of Protective Services Officers (PSOs) at FNLCR facilities, to include the Main Campus located on Fort Detrick, the ATRF, the VCMP all located in Frederick, MD.
The FNLCR PSOs strive to ensure the provision of protection and security for the real estate, personnel, equipment, and materials within the NCI at Frederick without regard to occupancy, Contractor, or Government.
Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. Point of Contact for a copy of Solicitation/RFP No: S26-115:
Chad Hildebrand at chad.hildebrand@nih.gov and Cody Wenner at cody.wenner@nih.gov
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Jan 09, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking subcontract opportunities at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, aimed at expanding its capacity in cancer research programs. This special notice outlines potential collaborations, with a submission deadline for proposals on February 2, 2026.
subcontract opportunityNIHcancer researchbiomedicalfederal contracting
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer is looking to identify potential subcontractors who can assist in fulfilling specific project needs at the Frederick National Laboratory as part of ongoing cancer research efforts.
Who should pursue this
- Organizations specializing in biomedical research.
- Companies with past performance in subcontracting for government projects.
- Institutions with demonstrated innovation in cancer research.
Work breakdown
- Identify qualified subcontractors with expertise in cancer research.
- Develop proposals that align with NIH objectives.
- Submit proposals by the specified deadline.
Response package checklist
- Completed proposal format as per NIH guidelines.
- Relevant team resumes and qualifications.
- Evidence of past performance and references.
- Cost estimates and pricing strategy.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adherence to federal contracting regulations is mandatory.
- Must meet all NIH requirements outlined in the documentation.
Pricing strategy
- Consider competitive pricing based on NIH expectations.
- Ensure clarity and justifiability in cost estimates.
- Investigate pricing data from previous NIH contracts.
Teaming and subs
- Identify potential academic partnerships for innovation.
- Explore synergies with other research-focused companies.
- Consider subcontracting to niche experts within the cancer research domain.
Risks and watchouts
- Funding may be limited or contingent on research outcomes.
- Competition may be high; differentiation is crucial.
- Maintaining compliance with NIH regulations is essential.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific research areas are prioritized for this opportunity?
- Are there preferred subcontractor qualifications or expertise?
- What metrics will be used to evaluate proposals?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Detailed scope of work and specific requirements.
- Information about potential funding sources for the projects.
- Targeted research themes that need subcontracting support.
FAQ
How do I use the Market Snapshot?
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Is the data live?
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What do P10 and P90 mean?
P10 is the 10th percentile award size and P90 is the 90th percentile. Together they describe the typical spread of award values.