AN11--Stanford technical support services

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Palo Alto, awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to Stanford University under solicitation 36C24E22R0036 to support the establishment of the Center for Policy Evaluation (CPE). This award was conducted on a sole-source basis under the statutory authority of 41 USC §3304(a)(5) as implemented by FAR 6.302-5, utilizing Stanford University as a primary academic affiliate. The CPE is designed to conduct rapid, rigorous evaluations to support the implementation of evidence-based policies and programs within the VA.

The scope of work involves providing research support and technical assistance on causal inference methods. Leveraging advanced methodological skills, the project team will collaborate with VA operational partners to conduct evaluations using existing administrative data and prospective designs to identify causal mechanisms for policy decisions. The project is classified under NAICS 611310 Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools and PSC AN11 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; BASIC RESEARCH.

Performance takes place in Stanford, California, under the administration of point of contact Ann Marie Stewart. The award notice was published on December 16, 2022, and last updated on December 28, 2022, accompanied by two attachments: a .docx contract document and a signed .pdf justification for research support and technical assistance.