Procurement of Bordetella-Free Baboons

The contract seeks the procurement of 20 healthy, Bordetella-free baboons for research conducted by the Food and Drug Administration focused on Bordetella pertussis. The supplier is responsible for sourcing the animals from approved breeding facilities, ensuring they meet strict veterinary health standards, and providing documentation that confirms the absence of Bordetella infection. All baboons must undergo comprehensive pre-shipping health screenings and be transported under conditions that preserve their welfare and maintain their pathogen-free status throughout transit. The animals are to be delivered to the specified location in Silver Spring, Maryland, with a delivery schedule aligned to the FDA's research timeline. The opportunity is classified as a subcontract with a North American Industry Classification System code of 201312 and was posted on June 25, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by July 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. EDT. The contracting entity operates under the Department of Health and Human Services and is focused on advancing scientific understanding of pertussis through controlled animal studies. All parties must comply with federal regulations governing the ethical treatment and transport of nonhuman primates used in biomedical research.