Research Swine

The Defense Health Agency has awarded a sole-source Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to Midwest Research Swine, LLC for the procurement of research swine to support the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research. The contract, identified by solicitation number HT9426-26-a-E001, has an estimated total value of $744,000 for a five-year period of performance running from January 14, 2026, to January 13, 2031. Performance will take place at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, with administrative oversight provided by the DHA Contracting Activity based in Fort Detrick, Maryland. This acquisition was conducted as a sole-source procurement under FAR 13.501 and FAR 6.302-1 because Midwest Research Swine, LLC is the only source capable of providing animals from a High Health Status Herd that maintain genetic consistency with prior research cohorts. This continuity is mandatory to ensure scientific validity, prevent data contamination, and avoid the duplication of costs associated with previous contracts. Key requirements include USDA registration and the strict maintenance of biological standards to ensure high survival rates during surgical procedures. Due to the specialized nature of the genetic requirements, subcontracting is prohibited.