Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Office of Financial Resources

Overview

This site describes how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) uses contracts to purchase goods and services, including guidance for businesses and contractors interested in working with CDC.

Key Sections

About CDC Contracts and Grants

An overview of how CDC utilizes contracts and grants to procure goods and services essential to its public health mission.

Contracts: Used to acquire specific goods, services, or construction when the primary benefit is to the federal government
Grants and Cooperative Agreements: Used to support public health programs, research, and capacity-building activities where the primary benefit is to the recipient or public

Funding

Information about CDC's Office of Financial Resources and fiscal year contract activities.

Annual contract obligations and expenditures
Funding allocations by program area and procurement type
Transparency resources for public review

The Federal Contract Lifecycle

CDC contracts follow a standardized six-phase process established by federal acquisition regulations:

Phase	Description
1. Planning	Identifying requirements, developing acquisition strategies, and conducting market research
2. Solicitation	Preparing and issuing requests for proposals, quotes, or bids to potential contractors
3. Evaluation	Reviewing submissions, conducting negotiations, and selecting awardees based on established criteria
4. Award	Finalizing contract terms, executing agreements, and notifying selected contractors
5. Administration	Managing contract performance, monitoring deliverables, processing payments, and ensuring compliance
6. Closeout	Completing final inspections, resolving outstanding issues, and formally closing the contract

Doing Business with CDC

Guidance for businesses and contractors seeking to partner with CDC.

Getting Started

Register in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov
Review CDC's procurement forecasts and active opportunities
Understand federal contracting requirements, including small business set-asides and socioeconomic programs

Types of Opportunities

Supplies and equipment procurement
Professional and technical services
Research and development support
Construction and facility management
Information technology and cybersecurity services

Resources for Contractors

CDC procurement contacts and office directories
Contracting policies, procedures, and standard clauses
Training materials and webinars for new government contractors
Small business support programs and mentorship opportunities

Mechanism	Primary Use	Key Characteristics
Contracts	Procuring goods/services for government use	Fixed deliverables; government-directed scope; FAR-compliant
Grants	Supporting public health activities with public benefit	Recipient-directed projects; flexible implementation; HHS grant policies
Cooperative Agreements	Collaborative projects with substantial CDC involvement	Shared responsibility; CDC programmatic participation; hybrid oversight

For Businesses: How to Engage with CDC

Step 1: Prepare Your Business

Ensure SAM registration is active and accurate
Obtain necessary certifications (e.g., small business, minority-owned, women-owned)
Review CDC's mission areas to align your capabilities with public health priorities

Step 2: Identify Opportunities

Search beta.SAM.gov for CDC solicitations
Subscribe to CDC procurement notifications and forecast updates
Attend CDC industry days, webinars, and outreach events

Step 3: Submit Competitive Proposals

Carefully review solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria
Prepare clear, compliant, and cost-effective proposals
Highlight relevant experience, technical approach, and value proposition

Step 4: Perform and Deliver

Adhere to contract terms, schedules, and quality standards
Maintain open communication with CDC contracting and program offices
Document performance and submit required reports promptly

Step 5: Build Long-Term Partnerships

Seek feedback to improve future proposals
Explore teaming arrangements and subcontracting opportunities
Stay informed about emerging CDC priorities and procurement needs

Small Business Resources

CDC is committed to maximizing opportunities for small businesses through:

Set-Aside Programs: Contracts reserved exclusively for small business concerns
Subcontracting Goals: Requirements for prime contractors to engage small business subcontractors
Mentor-Protégé Programs: Partnerships to build small business capacity and competitiveness
Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Streamlined processes for contracts under specified thresholds

Small businesses are encouraged to contact the CDC Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for guidance and support.

Contact and Support

CDC Office of Financial Resources

For general inquiries about CDC contracts, funding, or procurement processes:
- Website: cdc.gov/od/financial
- Email: procurement@cdc.gov
- Phone: (404) 639-3000

System for Award Management (SAM)

For registration, profile management, and opportunity searches:
- Website: sam.gov
- Help Desk: (866) 606-8220

CDC Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)

For small business certification, counseling, and opportunity matching:
- Website: cdc.gov/osdbu
- Email: osdbu@cdc.gov

Additional Resources

This content is adapted from the official CDC website. For the most current information, please visit cdc.gov/od/financial/contracts.