Intent to Sole Source to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc.

The contract aims to support the preparation and documentation of environmental review under NEPA and related regulations in advance of issuing the final over-the-counter sunscreen monograph order for zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. The primary goal is to finalize an environmental assessment for these active ingredients, including all necessary appendices, with the option to escalate to a more comprehensive environmental impact statement if warranted by the findings. This effort ensures regulatory compliance and informed decision-making regarding the environmental implications of these common sunscreen ingredients. The contract, identified under solicitation number FDA_7162026 and titled "Intent to Sole Source to Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc.," is being issued by the FDA Negotiated Contracts Branch under the Department of Health and Human Services. It is classified under NAICS code 541620 and has no set-aside requirements. Proposals are due by July 30, 2026, with the contract performance location in Hunt Valley, Maryland, and administrative oversight based in Rockville, Maryland. Primary point of contact is Howard Yablon, with Ian Weiss serving as secondary contact, both reachable through FDA email addresses. The opportunity is posted on SAM.gov under the specified UI link for additional details.