Sciex 5500+ (with Sciex Trade-in; Nutrients, Infant Formula)

The Food and Drug Administration is seeking to acquire a Sciex 5500+ triple quadrupole mass spectrometer to be integrated with its existing liquid chromatography system, enabling advanced analytical capabilities for nutrient analysis in food products, particularly infant formula. This procurement aims to replace aging equipment that has reached the end of its operational life, ensuring continued accuracy, reliability, and sensitivity in method development and quality assurance processes critical to food safety and nutritional science. The instrument will be procured with a trade-in component, reflecting a responsible approach to equipment lifecycle management. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541990, indicating its placement within other scientific and technical consulting services, and is posted as a forecast opportunity with no set-aside designation. The point of contact for program inquiries is the Hfp Acquisition Liaison at hfpacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov, while the contracting officer position remains pending. Performance of the contract is expected to occur at an unspecified location under FDA oversight, with no details provided on delivery timelines or funding status beyond the posting date of May 25, 2026. The acquisition is driven by the need to maintain scientific integrity and regulatory compliance in nutritional analysis for regulated food products.