RFI/Sources Sought for "Planning and Execution of the MHSRS for the DHA in Support of the ASW(HA)

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT (SS) NOTIFICIATION TO INCLUDE INDUSTRY FEEDBACK 1. Title: Planning and Execution of the Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) Support Services for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) in Support of the Assistant Secretary of War - Health Affairs (ASW(HA)) 2. Contracting Office: Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity, Research and Development Contracting Division 1 - Contracts Branch 4 3. Contracting Office Location: Fort Detrick - Frederick, Maryland 4. Summary: This RFI/SS is issued solely for information and planning purposes and shall not be construed as a solicitation, restrict the Government as to the ultimate acquisition approach, or serve as an obligation on the part of the DHA. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Revolutionary FAR Overhaul 15.101(c)(2), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are advised that the United States Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI/SS. All costs associated with responding to this RFI/SS will be solely at the interested responder�s expense. Not responding to this RFI/SS does not preclude participation in any future Request for Proposal, if any are issued. No evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to responders responding to this RFI/SS. The information resulting from this RFI/SS will determine interest and capabilities available in the marketplace; and will assist in developing acquisition strategy. 5. Background/Scope: The ASW(HA) is the principal advisor to the Secretary of War and the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness for all Department of War and force health protection policies, programs, and activities. In carrying out these responsibilities, the ASW(HA) exercises authority, direction, and control through the DHA. The ASW(HA) plays a critical role in research by...