Sulfur Dioxide Detection Chip Manufacturing

The contract involves the production of sulfur dioxide detection chips designed with ten capillaries, each pre-filled with a reagent to conduct ten tests within a detection range of 0.4 to 10 parts per million (ppm). These chips are individually packaged to ensure a shelf life of 24 months, highlighting the importance of both product longevity and reliability. The manufacturing process must meet stringent quality controls to guarantee the functionality and stability of each chip, and the final products are required to be delivered within three months from the date of production. The contract is issued by the Department of Defense under the Medical Supply Chain MD SURG FSF office and is categorized under NAICS code 334510, which pertains to manufacturing electronic instruments. The place of performance is specified as Little Rock Air Force Base, ZIP code 72099-5300. The subcontract solicitation was posted on May 10, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 18, 2026. This short timeline underscores the urgency and critical nature of the supply for sulfur dioxide detection capabilities, likely intended for medical or defense-related applications.