Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Head and Face Anthropometry Training

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a notice of intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Anthrotech Inc. for a two-day head and face anthropometry training. The training aims to equip NIOSH personnel with critical knowledge and skills for human subject facial measurement initiatives, particularly related to respirator fit and evaluation.

• Two-day head and face anthropometry training conducted by Anthrotech, Inc.

• Training covers traditional body measurement techniques and advanced 3D scanning methods.

• Focus on accurate and reliable data collection, consistency, precision, and application of anthropometric data in product design, sizing, and fit testing.

• Expertise in facial measurements for respirator fit and detailed facial contours for precise mask and respirator design.

• Contract type: Sole source, firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Not specified.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• This notice is not a request for competitive quotations, but all quotations/responses received within 5 days of issuance will be considered.

• A determination by the government not to compete this contract is at the government's discretion.

• Information received will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• Email quotations/responses to Vga8@cdc.gov by COB March 2, 2026.

• Sole source award to Anthrotech Inc. is intended under FAR 6.102-1.

• The training will be conducted at the NIOSH Pittsburgh, PA location.

• The training is expected to improve respirator fit, enhance safety and compliance by reducing exposure risks to hazardous substances, and enable effective fit testing.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a two-day head and face anthropometry training for up to 10 NIOSH personnel in Pittsburgh, PA, during Fiscal Year 2026. The training aims to equip NIOSH personnel with the necessary skills and knowledge in anthropometry to support human subject facial measurement initiatives related to respirator fit and the Respirator Approval Program.

• Training Content: A mix of lecture material and hands-on training covering:

  • Use and care of anthropometric equipment
  • Subject handling and human use concerns
  • Human facial structure variability
  • Applications for anthropometric data
  • Introduction to skeletal landmarks
  • Introduction to measurement techniques
  • Data error and data editing
  • Basic statistics for anthropometric data
  • 3D anthropometry vs. Standard anthropometry

• Hands-on Practice: Trainees will practice identifying and landmarking skeletal landmarks and measuring 21 specific dimensions (e.g., Bigonial Breadth, Head Length, Head Circumference, Stature).

• Deliverable: Increased NIOSH personnel skillsets and completion certificates.

• Government Furnished Property: None specified; contractor to provide all necessary equipment.

• Period of Performance: Within 6 months after contract award.

• Place of Performance: Onsite at the NIOSH Pittsburgh, PA location.

• Training Duration: Standard two-day course, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily with a 30-minute lunch break.

• Contract Type: Sole source contract, with Anthrotech selected due to their expertise.

• Submission Deadline: No later than 3:00 PM EST on March 7, 2026.

• Submission Method: Submit quotation to Paula Taylor at Vga8@cdc.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not explicitly detailed in the provided RFQ document, but it is a sole source solicitation.

• The RFQ is NOT a small business set-aside.

• The training is necessary to improve respirator fit and enhance safety and compliance by ensuring proper respirator fit for diverse facial shapes and sizes.

• The contractor is responsible for all travel costs associated with conducting the training at the NIOSH Pittsburgh, PA site.