DGMT E0781701 Isothermal LN2 freezer

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting a requirement for an isothermal liquid nitrogen freezer capable of storing up to 9,100 vials of 2.0 ml capacity to support project E0781701. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 333415, indicating it pertains to laboratory equipment manufacturing, and is intended for use by the agency’s research or storage operations. While the solicitation number has not been assigned and the type of set aside is unspecified, the opportunity is publicly listed as a forecast with a posted date of May 25, 2026, suggesting a future competitive bidding process. The place of performance and specific delivery location are not yet defined, but contract execution is expected to align with the agency’s operational needs in an as-yet-unspecified site. Point of contact for program inquiries is the NCTR Acquisition Liaison, reachable via nctracquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the contracting officer assignment remains pending and will be updated prior to formal solicitation. Interested parties should monitor the OSDBU opportunity forecast link for updates on the formal RFP release, which will include detailed technical specifications, delivery timelines, and compliance requirements. The absence of a set aside designation implies the opportunity may be open to all eligible small and large businesses, though final eligibility criteria will be confirmed in the upcoming solicitation.