NIH Gateway to Research Opportunities for the Workforce (GROW) Program

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking a contractor to provide a two-year training program for students to become competitive applicants for research training programs at research-intensive institutions. The program has two distinct tracks: one for high school students and another for undergraduate students. The contractor will be responsible for designing and implementing the program, including recruiting students, providing mentorship and guidance, and evaluating the program's effectiveness. The program aims to enhance the research capacity at contracted institutions, increase student access to research opportunities, and support STEM education. • The program will include a summer course and year-long program with various activities, including lectures, lab activities, and professional development sessions. • The contractor will be responsible for providing a detailed proposal, including a plan for student recruitment, a weekly schedule, and a tentative agenda for the program's opening and closing activities. • The contractor will also be required to provide a pricing table, including a firm-fixed price for the base period and option period. • The government reserves the right to award one, up to ten, or no awards resulting from this solicitation. • The contractor will be evaluated based on their technical approach, price, and past performance.