R702-- Collection of Structural and Functional MRI Data during Experiments Relating to Substance Use Disorders and Chronic Pain

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources to provide collection of structural and functional MRI data during experiments relating to substance use disorders and chronic pain. The contractor will be required to provide expertise in review and interpretation of structural CT and MRI scans, as well as report incidental findings. The period of performance is for one base year with two 12-month option periods. The contractor will be responsible for recruiting, selecting, hiring, and supervising all contractor personnel. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing expertise in review of structural CT and MRI scans • Providing expertise in interpretation of structural CT and MRI scans • Reviewing scans regarding presence or absence of any of the imaging exclusion criteria outlined in the research protocol • Reporting incidental findings to the VA Principal Investigator • Ensuring the highest degree of security to protect personal and confidential data of participants