Small Business Capability for Drosophila Food Production

Small businesses are invited to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to produce consistent, research-grade Drosophila food, with the goal of potential subcontracting or participation in future competitions. This opportunity is not a direct solicitation for award but serves as an initial step to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting the rigorous standards required for scientific research applications. The submission deadline is May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and responses must clearly outline production capacity, quality control measures, and consistency in output to align with National Institutes of Health standards. The North American Industry Classification System code 311119 applies, indicating this relates to other dairy product manufacturing, though the focus is specifically on insect food production. Performance of any resulting work would be based in Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, under the auspices of the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Director, Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare. While no set-aside designation is specified, the opportunity is open to small businesses seeking to establish themselves as reliable suppliers for federally funded research operations.