This is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for biomerieux consumables used in Vitek and Vidas instrument systems by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA is seeking information from small businesses capable of providing these proprietary consumables or equivalent domestically manufactured products. Interested suppliers must submit a capability statement via email by May 15, 2026, 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time. The capability statement should include company information, business size status, past performance, and detailed product information demonstrating the ability to meet minimum performance requirements. The government anticipates a single award 5-year IDIQ contract. Delivery will be to multiple FDA laboratory facilities. Informational pricing is requested for market research purposes. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in the response.
The deadline for submitting capability statements is May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time.
The bid notice does not specify payment terms.
The bid notice requests information on standard commercial warranty and payment terms.
This is a Sources Sought Notice and not a solicitation for proposals; no contract will be awarded from this announcement.
Respondents must submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to provide the specified biomerieux consumables or equivalent products, including company information, business size status, and past performance.
The bid notice does not specify penalties.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a challenge deadline.
The bid notice requests informational pricing for market research purposes but does not provide an estimated total value.