Crystal Chem ELISA Kits (Allergens)

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting funding to procure single-analyte Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay kits from Crystal Chem for the detection of allergens. These kits are critical for conducting rigorous validation studies of commercially available allergen detection methods used in FDA regulatory testing, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of allergen identification in food products. The procurement supports the agency’s mission to safeguard public health through precise and validated analytical tools. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541990, which categorizes it within other scientific research and development services. Although the contract is currently listed as a forecast and no formal solicitation number has been assigned, the point of contact for program inquiries is the Hfp Acquisition Liaison at hfpacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, with the contracting officer position still to be determined. The place of performance and specific delivery location have not been specified, but the work is centered on supporting FDA’s regulatory testing infrastructure. All activities are intended to enhance the agency’s capacity to monitor and enforce food safety standards related to allergen labeling and contamination.