Synthesis of compounds and intermediates

The National Institutes of Health, Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, is seeking proposals for the synthesis of compounds and intermediates under solicitation number 75N98026Q00970, issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. This procurement is conducted under simplified procedures for commercial items, employing full and open competition without solicitation of small business set-asides, and is not anticipated to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis to the offeror whose proposal provides the best value to the government, assessed on technical merit and cost-effectiveness. The requirement falls under NAICS code 541715 for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Proposals must be submitted by the response deadline of August 24, 2026, and the solicitation incorporates all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses in effect as of August 7, 2026. The work is to be performed in Bethesda, Maryland, with all correspondence directed to the designated point of contact, Johnstons Jaddua C, via email or phone. This solicitation is not a request for a separate written document, as the announcement serves as the complete solicitation package under streamlined commercial procurement rules. Offerors are expected to respond directly through the SAM.gov portal using the provided link.