Supply of Radioactive Reference Sources

The contract is for the supply of calibrated radioactive reference sources including Co-57, Ba-133, Cs-137, Cd-109, and Ce-139, intended for use in equipment calibration and quality control procedures. These sources are critical for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of radiation detection and measurement devices used in defense and health-related operations. The contract is classified as a subcontract and is being managed by the Defense Health Agency under the Department of Defense, with performance required at a location in Portsmouth, Virginia, with a zip code of 23708. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses must be submitted by July 28, 2026, indicating a narrow window for proposal submission. The NAICS code 424690 corresponds to medical, dental, and hospital equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers, suggesting the supplier must be properly qualified to handle and distribute regulated radioactive materials. The contract does not specify a set-aside status or point of contact, but the place of performance and the nature of the materials indicate strict compliance with federal regulations for the transport and use of radioactive substances is required.