PICS II
Public Information and Communications Services II (PICS II)
- Obligated to date
- $308.6M
- Task orders
- 82
- Companies awarded
- 9
Vehicle overview
Public Information and Communications Services II (PICS II) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the NIH Office of Logistics and Acquisition Operations (OLAO) to provide communication and outreach support for the NIH and other Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies. The vehicle covers materials development and distribution, graphic design, web and database support, and exhibit support. It has a ceiling of $1.17 billion and succeeded the NIH Public Information and Communication (PICS) contract. The vehicle is succeeded by Public Information and Communication Services III (PICS III).
Eligible users include NIH institutes, centers, and HHS operating divisions. The contract was awarded via full and open competition.
PICS II contract holders
| Contractor | Obligated | Task orders |
|---|---|---|
| IQ SOLUTIONS, INC. | $122.6M | 38 |
| PALLADIAN PARTNERS, INC. | $107.5M | 19 |
| SCIENTIFIC CONSULTING GROUP INC | $27.4M | 9 |
| BETAH ASSOCIATES, INC. | $24.6M | 3 |
| LUMINA CORPS INC. | $16.5M | 6 |
| HAGER SHARP, INC. | $7.1M | 2 |
| HENDALL INC | $2.6M | 3 |
| BLH TECHNOLOGIES INC | $408.5K | 2 |
| CSR INC. | $0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is PICS II?
- Public Information and Communications Services II (PICS II) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the NIH Office of Logistics and Acquisition Operations (OLAO) to provide communication and outreach support for the NIH and other Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies. The vehicle covers materials development and distribution, graphic design, web and database support, and exhibit support. It has a ceiling of $1.17 billion and succeeded the NIH Public Information and Communication (PICS) contract. The vehicle is succeeded by Public Information and Communication Services III (PICS III).
- Which agency manages PICS II?
- Public Information and Communications Services II (PICS II) is a IDIQ managed by NIH Office of Logistics and Acquisition Operations (OLAO).
- What can agencies acquire through PICS II?
- Eligible users include NIH institutes, centers, and HHS operating divisions. The contract was awarded via full and open competition.
- How much has been obligated through PICS II?
- $308.6M has been obligated across 82 task orders.
- How many contractors hold PICS II?
- 9 contractors hold a position on PICS II.
- Is PICS II active?
- No, PICS II is not currently active — its status is expired.
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