VA intends to sole source biostatistics support for PATCH prostate cancer trials.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 5, intends to award a sole source contract to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center for biostatistics support for the Prostate Cancer Analysis for Treatment Choice (PATCH) clinical trials consortium. The contractor will provide statistical analysis, data management, and methodological support for ongoing clinical trials related to prostate cancer treatment. This requirement is for the VA's Office of Research and Development. The sole source justification is based on the unique expertise and ongoing involvement of Fred Hutchinson in the PATCH consortium. The period of performance and contract value are not specified in the notice.