VIDAS KUBE

The Food and Drug Administration is seeking to expand its diagnostic capabilities through the acquisition of 14 VIDAS KUBE automated immunoassay systems to support its Proficiency Testing Program. These systems are essential for enabling rapid, reliable, and high-throughput diagnostic testing across clinical, veterinary, and food safety laboratories, ensuring consistent quality control and regulatory compliance. The procurement is intended to enhance the agency’s ability to monitor and validate the accuracy of laboratory results in critical public health domains, particularly in foodborne pathogen detection and animal health surveillance. The contract opportunity is forecasted under NAICS code 541990, indicating its alignment with other scientific and technical services, and is managed by the FDA’s procurement office. While the solicitation number has not been assigned and the place of performance details remain unspecified, the point of contact for program inquiries is the Hfp Acquisition Liaison at hfpacquisitions@fda.hhs.gov. The contracting officer position is currently listed as to be determined, signaling that formal bidding and award processes are pending further administrative setup. This addition to the ORTS contract reflects the FDA’s strategic investment in modernizing its laboratory infrastructure to meet evolving public health challenges.