Micronucleus Scoring in Human Blood Samples Collected from Wildland Firefighters

This contract involves the secure shipment and specialized analysis of human peripheral blood samples collected from wildland firefighters, focusing on scoring micronucleus incidence as early biomarkers of cancer risk. Health Canada requires a qualified contractor to handle the irreplaceable biological samples and perform flow cytometric analysis to ensure accurate data collection essential for the research project's successful completion. The project is part of the National Framework on Cancers Linked to Firefighting and aims to identify genotoxic effects that may contribute to cancer risk in this high-risk occupational group. Issued by the Department of Health under the Government of Canada, the solicitation was posted on January 7, 2026, with a response deadline of January 22, 2026. The contract emphasizes the importance of secure logistics and the application of highly specialized laboratory techniques to maintain sample integrity and data reliability. The contracting authority for this opportunity is Teresa Mckenny, who can be contacted for further information. The place of performance is within Canada, and the procurement is managed through the federal government's official tender platform.