NEW IDIQ Irradiated sani-chip bedding

The Food and Drug Administration is forecasting a new Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contract for the procurement of Sanichip Cube cut heat treated irradiated chip bedding, categorized under NAICS code 115210, which relates to animal production other than dairy and poultry. This procurement is intended to support agency operations requiring sterile, hygienic bedding materials, with the product specified as irradiated and heat treated to meet stringent safety and sanitation standards. The solicitation is currently in forecast status, meaning it is a preliminary notice of intent and not yet an active solicitation, with no solicitation number or set-aside details provided. Performance location and detailed delivery requirements are not yet defined, but the product specifications indicate a focus on consistency, cleanliness, and compliance with regulatory health benchmarks. The point of contact for this opportunity is the NCTR Acquisition Liaison, reachable at nctracquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the Contracting Officer position remains to be determined. The opportunity is posted on the HHS OSDBU portal, signaling a potential future competition open to eligible vendors. Given the nature of the item and the agency involved, vendors must anticipate rigorous quality assurance protocols, compliance with federal sanitary guidelines, and the ability to supply consistent, large-volume shipments. There is no indication of geographic restrictions or specific small business set-asides at this stage, but interested parties should monitor for the future release of a formal solicitation to respond with compliant proposals.