Cancelation Notice | RFQ 1718418
SOL #: NIH1718418Special Notice
Overview
Buyer
Health And Human Services
National Institutes Of Health
Bethesda, MD, 20892, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
No NAICS code specified
PSC
No PSC code specified
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
May 18, 2026
2
Action Date
Jun 17, 2026, 5:00 AM
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued a Cancellation Notice for RFQ 1718418. This Request for Quotations has been canceled in its entirety due to a protest filed under GAO Protest No. B-423471.1 and a subsequent reevaluation of requirements by the Government. No response is required from vendors in connection with this cancellation.
Scope of Change
- The entire RFQ 1718418 has been canceled.
- The cancellation stems from a protest following an initial award (Order No. 75N97025F00038).
- During corrective action, the Government determined the current solicitation no longer reflects its existing needs.
- The Performance Work Statement (PWS), developed in late 2023, is now considered outdated due to the passage of time, technological advancements, and changes in agency mission and operational needs.
- Proceeding with an award under the current solicitation would not adequately support the Government's current requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Cancellation)
- Original RFQ Canceled: 1718418
- Published Date: May 18, 2026
- Response Date: June 17, 2026 (for the original RFQ, now irrelevant due to cancellation)
Additional Notes
The Government intends to solicit this requirement under an updated scope in the future. A new solicitation will be posted separately when available. Vendors should monitor SAM.gov for future opportunities.
People
Points of Contact
Daniel JohnsonPRIMARY
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Special Notice
Posted: May 18, 2026