Crash Investigation Sampling System (CISS) – Quality Control Center (QCC)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is announcing its intent to issue a solicitation for a Quality Control Center (QCC) for the Crash Investigation Sampling System (CISS). This procurement, under a Full and Open Competition, seeks contractor support to ensure the accuracy and integrity of crash data. The official solicitation is anticipated to be released on or about May 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for:
- Establishing and operating a data and performance quality control center.
- Conducting quality control reviews of CISS cases for up to seventy-three (73) Primary Sampling Units (PSUs).
- Performing sampling reviews of Police Crash Reports (PCRs) entered by PSUs.
- Participating in training, technical meetings, and workshops.
- Conducting quality control site visits to PSU locations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Cost-Plus Fixed Fee
- Period of Performance: Not to exceed 66 months (3-year base, two 1-year options, one 6-month option to extend services).
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- NAICS Code: 541990 – All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about May 2026
- Anticipated Effective Date: September 27, 2026
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
This is a synopsis for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposals. Interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the official solicitation and any subsequent updates or amendments.
Points of Contact
- Primary: Christopher Clarke (c.clarke.ctr@dot.gov)
- Secondary: Sherese Gray (Sherese.Gray@dot.gov)