Dual Path Platform (DPP) Vet Tuberculosis (TB) Assay Kits

Project ID: 1161063 FederalOpportunitiesPresolicitation

Overview

Agency	Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services
Deadline	01/21/26
Posted	01/12/26
Estimated Value	$10,000 - $250,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	325413 - In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
PSC	6505 - Drugs And Biologicals
Location	1920 Dayton Avenue Ames, IA 50010 United States

Description

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This requirement is for Dual Path Platform (DPP) Vet Tuberculosis (TB) Assay kits. These are single use immune-chromatographic tests for detection of antibodies to Mycobacterium Bovis in cervid samples and is the official test for the Federal Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication program. The test is used for the diagnosis of tuberculosis in conjunction with other diagnostic methods. quantitative analysis. RFO FAR 12.201-1 Simplified procedures will be used for awarding this contract. The anticipated award date is January 22, 2026. The intended source for this acquisition is Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. The proposed contractor, Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. is the only company that currently has a licensed test kit to detect antibodies in cervids for bovine tuberculosis. Chembio's Cervid DPP is the only test that has approval to be used as part of the TB eradication program. All responsible sources may submit a response which will be considered by the agency. Please email responses to Kathy Melby at Kathleen.melby@usda.gov no later than the response date of this notice. Telephonic inquiries will not be honored.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing this solicitation for the procurement of Dual Path Platform (DPP) Vet Tuberculosis (TB) Assay kits, which are essential for the Federal Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication program. This program aims to eradicate bovine tuberculosis from domestic livestock in the United States and prevent its recurrence. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) collaborates with the livestock industry and state animal health agencies to achieve this mission. Work Details The contract involves procuring Dual Path Platform (DPP) Vet Tuberculosis (TB) Assay kits, which are single-use immune-chromatographic tests designed to detect antibodies to Mycobacterium Bovis in cervid samples. These tests are crucial for diagnosing tuberculosis in conjunction with other diagnostic methods. The suggested contractor for this acquisition is Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc., which is currently the only company licensed to provide these test kits. The DPP test is recognized as both a primary and supplemental official test for bovine tuberculosis in captive cervids. Place of Performance The products will be delivered to USDA APHIS VS NVSL DBRL located at 1920 Dayton Avenue, Ames, IA 50010.

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