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R&D Laboratory Testing and Analysis

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Response Deadline04/06/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the Department of Health and Human Services focuses on providing specialized scientific testing, assays, and laboratory analysis to support prime contractors on R&D projects for the NIH, CDC, and FDA. The scope of work includes conducting feasibility studies, biological or chemical analysis, sample testing, and data validation utilizing mass spectrometers, bio-analytical tools, and high-throughput screening equipment. All work must adhere to GLP or ISO/IEC 17025 standards, with the final deliverables consisting of validated data sets and technical reports. The project is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, specifically adhering to SBIR/STTR mandates for companies with fewer than 500 employees. The solicitation was posted on May 28, 2026, and the deadline for responses is April 6, 2027.

General Info

Small business subcontract for scientific testing and lab analysis supporting HHS R&D projects.

Agency

Department of Health and Human Services

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of PA-27-100.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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NIH, CDC and FDA Small Business Innovation Research Grant (Parent SBIR [R43/R44] Clinical Trial Optional)

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Timeline

PostedMay 28

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Response DeadlineApr 6

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04/06/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 5 months

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AgencyDepartment of Health and Human Services

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Performs specialized scientific testing, assays, and laboratory analysis for prime contractors on NIH, CDC, and FDA R&D projects. Conducts feasibility studies, biological or chemical analysis, sample testing, and data validation using high-throughput screening equipment, mass spectrometers, and bio-analytical tools. Requires GLP or ISO/IEC 17025 standards. Delivers technical reports and validated data sets.

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