Notice of Intent: Plasma metabolomics for cardiometabolic diseases

The National Institutes of Health, under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued a presolicitation notice of intent to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to Metabolon, Inc. This contract focuses on plasma metabolomics and Short Chain Fatty Acid panel studies specifically related to cardiometabolic diseases, serving as a continuation of previous orders. The work is associated with NAICS code 541380 and will be performed in Bethesda, Maryland. Although this notice is not a formal request for quotes, the agency has provided an opportunity for small businesses to submit capability statements to the primary point of contact, David Shen, by the response deadline of August 24, 2026. The solicitation is identified by number 75N98026Q01039 and was posted on August 19, 2026, with no specific set-aside designated for this procurement.