[Health Effects Institute](https://www.healtheffects.org)

December 2, 2024 (Statement of Qualifications)

Contract-based; funding varies by scope of QA services and study needs

Seeking contractors for third-party quality assurance oversight of funded research in environmental health and energy.

Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications by the deadline to be considered for proposal invitations.

--- ## Description The Health Effects Institute (HEI) is inviting contractors to provide quality assurance (QA) oversight for studies funded under its Environment and Health and Energy programs. This initiative aims to ensure the scientific integrity of research with high regulatory impact or involving human subjects by employing independent, third-party QA services. Selected contractors will be responsible for auditing study protocols, data collection, and reporting processes to verify accuracy and compliance with HEI standards. The Request for Qualifications and Proposals (RFQP) details the studies requiring oversight and outlines the audit needs and expectations for QA services. --- ## Due Dates - Statement of Qualifications due: December 2, 2024 - Selected applicants will be notified within 2 weeks after the deadline to submit full proposals for specific studies. --- ## Funding Amount - Funding is provided on a contract basis. - Award size and duration depend on the scope and number of studies assigned for QA oversight. - No set ceiling; contracts are tailored to individual project needs. --- ## Eligibility - Open to qualified individuals, organizations, or firms with demonstrated experience in quality assurance auditing, especially in research involving human subjects or regulatory science. - Applicants should have expertise relevant to environmental health, energy, or biomedical research QA processes. --- ## Application Process 1. **Submit a Statement of Qualifications**: - Download and complete the [Statement of Qualifications form](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/form-1-statement-of-qualification-2024.docx). - Submit by December 2, 2024. 2. **Invitation to Propose**: - Selected applicants will be notified within 2 weeks after the deadline. - Those invited will be given further details on specific studies and expectations, and a conversation with HEI staff will be offered. 3. **Submit Full Proposal** (if invited): - Complete the [Proposal form](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/form-2-request-for-proposal-2024.docx) as instructed. For full details, see the [RFQP document](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/media/hei-rfqp-2024-final.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - This opportunity is intended to support impartial, high-quality research by ensuring rigorous QA practices. - Contractors may be engaged for single or multiple studies, depending on qualifications and HEI needs. - HEI encourages wide distribution of this opportunity to reach qualified QA professionals. --- ## External Links - [HEI QA Oversight RFQP 2024 Program Page](https://www.healtheffects.org/rfa/hei-request-qualifications-and-proposals-qa-oversight-rfqp-2024) - [Statement of Qualifications Form](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/form-1-statement-of-qualification-2024.docx) - [Proposal Form](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/form-2-request-for-proposal-2024.docx) - [RFQP Full Document (PDF)](https://www.healtheffects.org/sites/default/files/media/hei-rfqp-2024-final.pdf) - [HEI Funding Opportunities](https://www.healtheffects.org/research/funding) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Additional Info | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------------| | Anna Rosofsky | [arosofsky@healtheffects.org](mailto:arosofsky@healtheffects.org) | +1 617-488-2300 | [HEI Contact Page](https://www.healtheffects.org/contact) |

HEI Request for Qualifications and Proposals for QA Oversight (RFQP 2024)

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