The CIO-SP3 and CIO-SP3 Small Business contracts are a viable option for the IT services and solutions needs for all federal agencies. The current contract period of performance (POP) expires on April 29, 2025. NITAAC has received approval to extend the current contract for 12 additional months which now extends the POP through April 29, 2026. This will ensure continuous resource and…, SECTION H: SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS, H.2 Ramp-on Procedures, The PCO will periodically review the total number of contractors to ensure adequate competition for task orders throughout the period of performance. Over time, the total number of contractors may fluctuate due to various reasons including industry consolidation, significant changes in the marketplace or advances in technology, general economic conditions, or other reasons. If the PCO determines…
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Today, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OLAO) announced that Ricky Clark was named director of the NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center (NITAAC). Since 2021, Clark has served as the Deputy Director of NITAAC. “Ricky has a firm understanding of the needs of the program and will ensure NITAAC’s continued growth and…, About NITAAC:, NITAAC (NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center) is housed within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NITAAC is a full service federal acquisitions program that has been designated an Executive Agent, authorized by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to administer three Best in Class (BIC) Government-Wide…
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Join NITAAC Director Ricky Clark at 2025 Defense Outlook Summit to explore strategies for streamlining acquisitions and meeting small business objectives through NITAAC’s GWACs. Gain insights into defense contracting perspectives and learn how innovative solutions and emerging technologies are transforming the defense landscape. NITAAC Contract Holders have a strong track record of supporting…
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The NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center (NITAAC) has launched NITAAC GO, a mobile application that provides a convenient way for users to stay connected to all of the important aspects of NITAAC acquisitions. Available for download on Android and iOS devices at no cost, NITAAC GO helps users view the most up-to-date information about NITAAC events, training and…, A Personalized Experience, NITAAC GO provides dynamic content, customized to specific user preferences, along with an intuitive interface that allows for easy browsing and registration. Users can receive individually tailored updates based on their unique acquisition needs, along with updates from NITAAC Now., Events, In the contracting community, engagement is critical. The NITAAC Go app provides the latest in acquisition events news, from upcoming tradeshows to the next available NITAAC trainings with a centralized calendar. Curious about an upcoming event? Receive event details, share news of the event or ask a question – it is all just a finger-tap away. Users can also filter events based on their needs., Connect, Request training on utilizing NITAAC’s government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) to ensure that your organization is getting the maximum value possible from each procurement., Search, Experience a powerful search engine that filters content based on your individual user needs, allowing users to look through NITAAC’s catalogue of Contract Holders, Training Events, Industry Events, and NITAAC Now content. Find yourself searching for the same topics repeatedly just to stay up to date? NITAAC GO features both Recent Searches and Saved Searches, helping you to save time while…, About NITAAC:, The NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center (NITAAC) is housed within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NITAAC is a full service acquisition program that has been designated a federal Executive Agent, authorized by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to administer three Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (…
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NITAAC’s Best in Class (BIC) Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicles—CIO-SP3, CIO-SP3 Small Business and CIO-CS—are designed to meet the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) five key criteria for excellence. These pre-vetted contracts provide a trusted solution for federal agencies, offering streamlined acquisition processes that drive efficiency and cost savings. Learn more about…
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For years, NITAAC CIO-SP3 and CIO-SP3 Small Business GWACs have empowered agencies to tackle cybersecurity challenges through designated Task Areas, such as Task Area 7 (Critical Infrastructure and Information Assurance), Task Area 1 (IT Services for Biomedical Research, Health Sciences and Healthcare) and Task Area 3 (Imaging). CIO-CS complements these efforts by providing managed solutions—…
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By: Madison Alder NITAAC University’s initial courses focus on helping government employees use the agency’s governmentwide acquisition contracts for IT services. Federal workers have a new way to learn about how their agencies can purchase IT goods and services through large-scale contracts offered by the National Institutes of Health’s acquisition arm. NIH’s Information Technology Acquisition…
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The multiphase downselect technique consists of evaluating responses in phases, to progressively reduce the number of submissions being considered for an award. The purpose is to reduce the time and cost of selecting an awardee, both for the government and interested contractors. Learn how your agency can use the multiphase down select technique to streamline your acquisitions with NITAAC in the…
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We’re excited to announce the recent launch of NITAAC University. This all-new platform, offers free, self-paced courses designed to help you sharpen your IT acquisition skills. Explore in-depth training on NITAAC’s Best in Class GWACs—CIO-SP3, CIO-SP3 Small Business and CIO-CS. Track your progress, earn Continuous Learning Points (CLPs), and learn how to streamline federal IT acquisitions,…
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NITAAC's 801 Certification for Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions has been renewed for fiscal year 2025. We are pleased to continue providing Assisted Acquisitions services to the DoD without the need for a waiver. The DoD has the option of making direct awards on our three Best in Class (BIC) Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), or using our Assisted Acquisitions Services to…
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