Summary
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is conducting market research (sources-sought/request for information) to identify qualified sources to perform active surveillance for severe influenza-associated encephalopathy (IAE) in critically ill hospitalized children across a U.S.-based pediatric hospital network. The work includes standardized case definitions, medical record abstraction, clinical data collection, assessment of vaccination status and optional laboratory, radiology, and follow-up activities. The notice seeks information on capabilities and interest to carry out a multi-year surveillance effort to better understand epidemiology, risk factors, clinical course, and outcomes.