New ORISE contractor/VSG Contractor

This contract, issued by the Food and Drug Administration, involves the onboarding of a new ORISE contractor under the VSG contractor program. The primary focus of the contractor’s work will be to gain practical, real-world experience in detecting, characterizing, and quantifying marine biotoxins, contributing valuable expertise to the agency’s efforts in food safety and public health. The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, indicating that it involves specialized scientific and technical consulting services. The solicitation, categorized as a forecast and posted in March 2026, does not specify a particular location for performance, leaving flexibility regarding where the work may be conducted. Contact for the program is available through a designated acquisition liaison at the FDA, with the contracting officer yet to be determined. This opportunity signifies a strategic effort by the FDA to enhance its capabilities in monitoring marine biotoxins, supporting its regulatory mission with advanced scientific knowledge.