PSC Code AN12 encompasses Health Research and Development Services, Health Care Services, and Applied Research focused on health-related fields. This PSC represents services involving the scientific investigation and applied research aimed at improving health care practices, treatments, and health outcomes. It includes a broad range of activities such as clinical trials, epidemiological studies, health services research, and development of new medical protocols or technologies. Government agencies use this PSC to procure expert research and analytic services that support public health initiatives, medical innovation, and policy development.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC AN12

Federal agencies such as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), are primary buyers using PSC AN12. Other agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) also utilize this PSC to support health-related research and applied services aimed at improving care for veterans and military personnel. These agencies leverage AN12 to access specialized expertise that advances medical knowledge and health care delivery.

Common Contract Types for PSC AN12

Contracts under PSC AN12 often include research and development agreements, task orders, and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Procurement methods may involve competitive bidding, grants, cooperative agreements, or sole-source contracts when specialized expertise is required. Typical use cases include funding clinical trials, health services evaluations, epidemiological studies, and development of innovative health solutions. The contract values range widely depending on the scope and complexity of the research or services procured.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC AN12

Covers health-related applied research, development, and health care services.
Primarily used by HHS, NIH, CDC, FDA, VA, and DoD for medical and public health research.
Includes contracts for clinical trials, epidemiology, health services evaluation, and medical innovation.
Procurements often involve R&D contracts, task orders, and IDIQ vehicles.
Frequently paired with NAICS 541715, 541720, 621511, and 541690 for complementary scientific services.
Supports government initiatives to improve health outcomes through applied research and development.

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AN11 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; BASIC RESEARCH

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AN13 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT

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AN14 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

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AN15 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE SERVICES; EXPENSES FOR R&D FACILITIES AND MAJOR EQUIPMENT

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AN21 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH RESEARCH AND TRAINING; BASIC RESEARCH

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AN22 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH RESEARCH AND TRAINING; APPLIED RESEARCH

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AN23 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH RESEARCH AND TRAINING; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT

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AN24 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH RESEARCH AND TRAINING; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

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AN25 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH RESEARCH AND TRAINING; EXPENSES FOR R&D FACILITIES AND MAJOR EQUIPMENT

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AN31 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; CONSUMER AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY; BASIC RESEARCH

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AN32 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; CONSUMER AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY; APPLIED RESEARCH

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AN33 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; CONSUMER AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT

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AN34 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; CONSUMER AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

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AN35 HEALTH R&D SVCS; CONSUMER & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY; R&D FACILITIES & MAJ EQUIP

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AN41 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; BASIC RESEARCH

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AN42 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; APPLIED RESEARCH

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AN43 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT

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AN44 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; R&D ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

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AN45 HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; EXPENSES FOR R&D FACILITIES AND MAJOR EQUIPMENT

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