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SciMetrika, LLC Capability Statement

June 2009

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Dedicated to Advancing Human Health2

OUR VISIONDedicated to advancing human health.



OUR MISSIONProvide innovative scientific, technical, and logistic solutions that advance human health.



THE SciMetrika ADVANTAGE We provide comprehensive public health support services

Our sole focus is the development of solutions that lead to measurable advancements in human health

Our in-house expertise crosses a broad range of public health disciplines

Our methodologies and processes are focused on the internal sensitivities of the public health research environment

We have in-house capability to lead complex projects

We have a demonstrated record of success



COMMITMENT STATEMENTSciMetrika is committed to assisting our customers face their public health challenges and accomplish their mission, vision and goals by providing practical and feasible solutions that bridge the gap between scientific theory and real-world practice resulting from our expert knowledge and understanding of the public health environment.

Our commitment to providing high-quality and timely services has rewarded us with an excellent reputation as a credible and reliable small business contractor with the ability to provide large business services and solutions.



Minority-owned, 8(a) small disadvantaged business concern

Founded in 2001 by Dr. Jean Orelien

Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Support offices in Rockville, Maryland and Atlanta, Georgia

Financially sound, anticipated 2009 revenues expected to be $8M

Interdisciplinary team contains 40% PhD; 40% MPH; and 20% MS and BS

Staff types consist of: Behavioral Health Experts, Biostatisticians, Epidemiologists, Health Communication Specialists, Health Educators, Psychologists, Evaluation Experts, Research Assistants, Statistical Programmers, and Environmental Scientists

COMPANY OVERVIEW



Our customer will always come first

We will deliver quality products and services to every customer

Integrity and honesty will be the rule in everything we do

We are committed to open and clear communications

We believe in a collaborative approach to developing solutions

We will always foster an environment of mutual respect and cultural competency

CORE VALUES



CORPORATE STRUCTURE

Jean Orelien President/CEO

Business/Management Operations

Environmental Consulting

Health Behavior & Education

Statistics & Epidemiology

Management Consulting

Technical Assistance

Jean Orelien President/CEO

Business/Management Operations


Health Behavior/Health Education






SERVICE OFFERINGS

Health Behavior /Health Evaluation










CAPABILITIESSciMetrika distinguishes ourselves from others through our sole focus on issues related to human/public health research. Through this focus, we have been able to develop broad-based capabilities vital to addressing the needs of the highly dynamic and growing health environment.

We have built our reputation upon providing the most effective, efficient, innovative, practical and cost-sensitive solutions with excellent customer service and cultural competency.

Statistics and Epidemiology

Health Behavior/Health Education

Program Development/Program Evaluation






Statistical Analysis & Modeling

Development of Statistical Software

Scientific Programming

Study Design, Sample Size & Power Calculation

Development of Data Collection Tools

Data Collection, Analysis & Management

Conduct of Health Studies

Formative Research

Protocol Development

Systematic Literature Review/Meta-Analysis

Scientific Report and Manuscript Writing

Epidemiological Consulting

STATISTICS & EPIDEMIOLOGY



HEALTH BEHAVIOR/HEALTH EDUCATION (HBHE) Formative Research

Feasibility Studies

Needs & Resources Assessments

Capacity Building

Pilot Testing Studies


Data Collection Strategies

Qualitative/Quantitative Data Analysis

Community Outreach and Education

Health Communication & Information Dissemination

Meeting Facilitation

Instrument and Tool Development




PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT/PROGRAM EVALUATION (PDPE) Conduct Diverse Types of Evaluations

Use of Diverse Evaluation Approaches and Systems

Evaluation Planning and Design

Measurement Tool Selection and Survey Design


Quantitative Data Collection Strategies

Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis

Data Dissemination Strategies


Capacity Building

Program Development and Implementation




TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Assessing Disease Prevalence

Identification of Prevention Risk Factors

Burden of Disease

Provide TA to Grantees

Capacity Building

Strategic and Organizational Planning

Training

Data Collection Strategies

Feasibility Studies


Scientific and Technical Consultation


Program Evaluation



ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING Conduct Environmental Health Studies

Exposure and Health Risk Assessments

Risk Modeling

Design of Laboratory and Environmental Health Field Studies

Data Collection, Analysis & Management

Critical Analysis of Toxicological, Environmental and Health Data

Statistical Analysis


Dissemination of Findings



MANAGEMENT CONSULTING Strategic Planning

Program Management

Compliance Requirements


Expert Panel/Peer Review

Scientific Reviews

Logistical and Meeting Support

Meeting Facilitation

Organizational Development & Improvement



AREAS OF EXPERTISE Statistical Analysis and Survey Research

Participatory and Empowerment Evaluation Paradigms

Cancer Prevention and Control

Environmental Health Research

Healthcare Service Research

Exposure Risk Assessments

Community Health

Infectious Diseases

Toxicology

Occupational Exposures of Health Care Workers

Surveillance Systems

Chronic Disease



EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW Statistics & Epidemiology Data management and analysis of surveys to ascertain the prevalence of use of

preventative services and factors characterizing receipt of preventative treatment Modeling the impact of HPV vaccination (e.g., morbidity/mortality) Conduct of studies to determine factors affecting stage of cancer at diagnosis and

quality of treatment received

Health Behavior/Health Education & Program Development/Program Evaluation Conduct feasibility studies for programs aimed at preventing child abuse and youth

delinquency Evaluate programs to intervene and prevent chronic diseases Evaluate programs to intervene and prevent sexual violence



EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW (continued) Technical Assistance Train the trainer programs to prevent diabetes Work with state and local organizations to prevent chronic diseases and birth defects Work with national and community based organization to prevent sexual violence

Management Consulting Provide management consultation to improve administrative functions Conduct meetings to seek expert advice on a given topic Coordinate and facilitate external peer reviews

Environmental Consulting Conduct studies to determine prevalence of contaminants in rural areas and their

health impacts Modeling air pollution exposure at the zip code level and impact on hospitalization Conduct studies to assess carbon monoxide exposure not resulting in ED visits



CUSTOMERS We have a proven track record of successfully providing scientific, technical, and logistical support services inclusive of but not limited to advanced statistical programming, statistical analysis, disease surveillance, epidemiological consulting, feasibility studies, program evaluations or peer reviews to agencies such as:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Department of Defense (DoD)

Veterans Administration (VA)



CONTRACT VEHICLES/CLASSIFICATIONS Contract Vehicles

8(a) Sole Source GSA MOBIS Schedule IDIQ Contract with HHS PSC (HHS Wide) IDIQ Contract with CDC NCCDPHP IDIQ Contract with CDC NCBDDD IDIQ Contract with CDC NCEH IDIQ Contract with CDC NCIP IDIQ Contract with CDC MCTA (CDC Wide)

Certifications 8(a), small disadvantaged business (SDB)

Registrations Active on the CCR Register CAGE Code: 1WS23 Dunn & Bradstreet: 100351217



CONTRACT VEHICLES/CLASSIFICATIONS (continued) NAICS Codes

541618 – Other Management Consulting Services 541620 – Environmental Consulting Services 541711 – Research and Development in Biotechnology 541712 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences 54541990 – All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

SIC Codes 7371 – Computer Programming Services 8732 – Commercial Nonphysical Research 8733 – Noncommercial Research Organization 9431 – Administration of Public Health Programs

Product Service Codes (PSC) AJ93 – R&D-OTHER SCIENCES-ADV DEV



MANAGEMENT TEAM Leadership Team

Dr. Jean Orelien, President

Ms. Nichole Kagwisa, Business Development Manager

Mr. Brian Cunningham, Manager of Accounting

Dr. Silvana Lawvere, Statistics & Epidemiology/Environmental Consulting

Dr. Melanie Livet, HBHE/PDPE and Technical Assistance

Ms. Jessica Lazenby, Management Consultation

Key Technical Staff

Dr. Marty Atherton

Dr. David Mage

Dr. Steven Bayard

Dr. David Mage



SUMMARY Committed to client’s mission

Diverse agency knowledge and experience

Flexible and reliable contractor

Highly diverse, interdisciplinary, and experienced team

Excellent past performance

Proven track record of success



HOW TO CONTACT US SciMetrika offers an array of support services to meet

your needs in public and environmental health research.

We would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your requirements

and present a detailed overview of our capabilities.

Dr. Jean Orelien

(919) 544-8988

[email protected]

Ms. Nichole Kagwisa

(404) 844-1326

[email protected]

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