Pharmaceutical Manufacturing of Topical Oral Gel

The contract seeks the manufacture of one bottle containing 28 grams of a 20% Benzocaine Oral Topical Gel that must fully comply with both FDA regulations and U.S. military pharmaceutical standards. The product is intended for specialized medical use and requires strict adherence to quality, safety, and formulation protocols to meet the rigorous requirements of the Department of Defense. The manufacturing effort is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 325412, indicating it falls within the pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing sector. Performance of the work is designated for Asheville, North Carolina, with a zip code of 28806-0000, suggesting the final product may be delivered or further processed at a designated military or government-affiliated facility in that location. The solicitation was posted on May 12, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 18, 2026, indicating a narrow window for interested parties to submit proposals. The contract is managed under the Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA, a division responsible for pharmaceutical procurement within the Department of Defense. Although no specific set-aside designation or point of contact information is provided, the requirement is clearly targeted toward qualified manufacturers capable of producing a controlled pharmaceutical formulation under stringent regulatory oversight. Interested vendors must ensure their processes, documentation, and quality control systems align with both federal pharmaceutical guidelines and military supply chain expectations to be considered for award.