Postmortem Human Brain Tissue Procurement

This contract involves the procurement of postmortem human brain tissue from donors located within a 150-mile radius of the NIH Bethesda campus. The work requires establishing partnerships with Medical Examiner’s Offices and hospitals to facilitate daily case reviews and ensure timely coordination of tissue extractions. The goal is to support research efforts by providing high-quality brain tissue samples that are crucial for scientific investigations. The contract, classified under NAICS code 621991, is issued by the National Institutes of Health, part of the Department of Health and Human Services. It is a subcontract opportunity posted on May 28, 2026, with a response deadline of June 19, 2026. The contract emphasizes the importance of timely communication and collaboration with key medical institutions to ensure the efficient procurement process, reflecting the critical nature of working with sensitive biological materials in a regulated and respectful manner.