FY26 FR0 DFS/PHL - Outbreak Collection Supplies (VTM, UTM, E-Swabs, Stool Kits)

The contract forecasts the need for collection supplies related to outbreak response under the Forensic Sciences Division of the District of Columbia, scheduled for fiscal year 2026. It seeks essential materials including viral transport media, universal transport media, e-swabs, and stool collection kits, which are critical for the proper handling, preservation, and transport of clinical specimens during public health investigations. The procurement is part of ongoing operational preparedness efforts to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic testing during disease outbreaks or other public health emergencies. This forecast indicates the agency’s intent to procure these supplies in the coming fiscal year but does not yet constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to award. There is no set-aside designation, NAICS code, or point of contact provided at this stage, and the place of performance details remain unspecified. The posting date is July 23, 2026, and interested parties may refer to the official portal for updates or potential future solicitation documents as the procurement process advances.