Supply of Gram-Positive Microbiological Control Panels (CULTI-LOOPS)

The contract pertains to the manufacture and supply of ready-to-use, disposable bacteriological loops embedded with stabilized, viable microorganisms in a gel matrix, specifically designed for quality control applications within MicroScan systems. These loops, identified by NSN 6550017134759, are classified as Gram-Positive Microbiological Control Panels and must meet stringent performance and stability standards to ensure accurate and reliable microbiological testing outcomes in clinical and laboratory environments. The product is intended for routine use in diagnostic workflows where consistent microbial growth is critical for system validation and regulatory compliance. The solicitation is issued under the Department of Defense, specifically by the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, with performance required at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, 28310. This is a subcontract opportunity categorized under NAICS code 325412, indicating manufacturing in the pharmaceutical and botanical products sector. The response deadline is set for May 18, 2026, following a posting date of May 10, 2026, providing interested vendors approximately eight days to submit proposals. The contract is part of a broader defense medical logistics initiative to maintain standardized, high-quality microbiological controls across operational and clinical settings.