Supply of Nitrous Gases Test System (CHIP)

The contract, titled Supply of Nitrous Gases Test System (CHIP), pertains to the manufacture and delivery of a pre-filled capillary-based diagnostic test system designed to measure nitric oxide and nitrogen dioxide levels. Each unit contains ten tests, with a required 24-month shelf life, ensuring stability and reliability for use in field or clinical settings. The system must comply with all applicable regulations for hazardous materials, given the nature of the analytes involved, and must be packaged, labeled, and transported in accordance with safety and environmental standards. The product is intended for use by the Department of Defense through the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF, with performance and delivery expected at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, 20762. The solicitation, posted on July 20, 2026, requires proposals to be submitted by July 27, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 325412, which categorizes it within the pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing sector. This contract is part of the Department of Defense’s broader effort to secure diagnostic tools that support operational health and safety missions. Suppliers must demonstrate technical capability to meet precise performance, stability, and compliance requirements, and the procurement is managed through the DLA BSM DIBBS platform, with no set-aside provisions specified. All deliverables must align with federal supply chain protocols and be ready for immediate deployment upon delivery.