Environmental Assessment for ZnO and TiO₂ Sunscreen Ingredients

The contract requires the finalization of a draft Environmental Assessment for zinc oxide and titanium dioxide used in sunscreen products, conducted under the National Environmental Policy Act. This includes a thorough analysis of potential environmental impacts, a detailed evaluation of reasonable alternatives, and active coordination with the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure regulatory alignment and ecological considerations are properly addressed. The work must be completed to satisfy federal environmental review obligations tied to the use of these ingredients in consumer products regulated by the Department of Health and Human Services. The contract is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541620, with a response deadline of July 30, 2026, and a posted date of July 17, 2026. Performance is expected to occur in Hunt Valley, Maryland, 21030, though no specific point of contact or set-aside information is provided. The issuing authority is the FDA Negotiated Contracts Branch within the Department of Health and Human Services, indicating the assessment supports regulatory decisions related to product safety and environmental stewardship under federal oversight.