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Seafood Safety and Quality Testing Services

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Response Deadline05/01/2028, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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The contract focuses on providing laboratory analysis services to assess seafood safety by testing for pathogens, contaminants, and spoilage indicators. These services aim to enhance supply chain resilience and ensure consumer confidence in seafood products. The contract is identified as "Seafood Safety and Quality Testing Services," falling under the subcontract category with the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541380, which pertains to testing laboratories. Issued by the Department of Commerce through the Doc Noaa - Era Production office, the contract was posted on April 23, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 1, 2028. While detailed location and contact information are not specified, the primary objective is to support seafood safety through rigorous and reliable testing protocols. This effort is critical for maintaining the quality and safety standards necessary in the seafood supply chain, thereby protecting public health and supporting industry stakeholders.

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Seafood safety testing contract for pathogen, contaminant analysis to ensure quality and supply chain resilience.

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Department Of Commerce → Doc Noaa - Era ProductionView Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

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PostedApr 23

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05/01/2028, 04:00:00 AM UTCin almost 2 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → Doc Noaa - Era Production

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Provide laboratory analysis for seafood safety including pathogens, contaminants, and spoilage indicators to support supply chain resilience and consumer confidence.

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