Supply of Coliform and E. coli Water Test Reagents (Colorimetric Snap Packs)

The contract seeks the manufacture and supply of ready-to-use colorimetric snap-pack reagents designed to detect coliform bacteria and E. coli in 100 mL water samples, with integrated visual comparators to enable accurate result interpretation without laboratory equipment. These reagents must deliver reliable, field-deployable performance for rapid water quality assessment, ensuring clear color-based indicators that correspond to specified microbial thresholds. All units must be packaged for ease of use, stability under varied environmental conditions, and compliance with standardized testing protocols for public health and environmental monitoring. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 325412, indicating a focus on specialty chemical manufacturing, and is issued by the Department of Defense through the Medical Supply Chain FSH. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026. Performance is expected to support defense and operational needs where access to clean water is critical, though specific locations for deployment are not detailed. Suppliers must meet technical specifications for accuracy, shelf life, and consistency, and the solution must be scalable for bulk delivery to ensure sustained availability across diverse operational theaters.