Reagents for HAI and Enteric studies

The contract covers a comprehensive suite of microbiological reagents and diagnostic kits designated for use in Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI) and enteric pathogen studies. It includes multiple API 20 test strips for bacterial identification, such as API 20 E for Enterobacteriaceae, API 20 NE for non-Enterobacteriaceae, API 20 Staph for staphylococci, and API 20 Strep for streptococci, each supplied with accompanying media and organized in quantities ranging from four to fourteen kits. Complementary biochemical tests are also specified, including Nitrate, VP, TDA, Zinc, ZYM A, ZYM B, NIN, and James reagents, each in quantities of three units, alongside mineral oil and NG Test Carba 5 carbapenemase detection strips in a quantity of twenty. Additionally, the contract includes ETEST antimicrobial susceptibility strips for ciprofloxacin, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, azithromycin, ampicillin, erythromycin, and ceftriaxone, all in quantities of four per item, supporting detailed antimicrobial resistance profiling. The set is tailored for laboratory applications requiring precise pathogen identification and antimicrobial susceptibility determination. The solicitation is issued under the title Reagents for HAI and Enteric studies with solicitation number BAC260018, published on July 14, 2026, with a response deadline of July 29, 2026. This is an 8(a) Sole Source contract, administered by the Naval Medical Research Center under the Department of Defense, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, with performance required in Callao. The procurement falls under NAICS code 424210, indicating wholesale trade of medical and surgical equipment and supplies. Primary point of contact is Luciana Encinas, with Shamai Carter as secondary contact, both reachable via email and phone. The contract is accessible through the SAM.gov portal for further details and submission requirements.