PCR Test Kit Supply (Streptococcus A)

The contract involves the quarterly supply of PCR test kits specifically designed for the rapid detection of Group A Streptococcus, utilizing the Cobas Liat platform. This arrangement is a subcontract issued by the Defense Health Agency under the Department of Defense, with performance taking place at Charleston Air Force Base (zip code 29152). The solicitation was posted on June 5, 2026, and responses are due by June 19, 2026. The contract falls under the NAICS code 325414, which pertains to pharmaceuticals and medicine manufacturing. There is no specified set-aside type, indicating it may be open to all qualified subcontractors. The focus on rapid molecular diagnostic testing reflects the department’s emphasis on timely and accurate identification of infectious diseases, critical for maintaining health readiness among military personnel.