NOTICE OF INTENT FOR SOMASCAN ASSAY KITS
Agency
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAID
Location
Bethesda, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Special Notice
Service / NAICS
325414
Set-Aside
8AN
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAID involves notice of intent for somascan assay kits in Bethesda, Maryland. This is a 8AN set-aside procurement. Responses are due today, May 13, 2026.
Contract Description
THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT AND NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS. This notice is published in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.101(a)(1) requiring the dissemination of information regarding proposed contract actions. This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed price purchase order under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 13.106-1(b)(2) and 13.501(a) - Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Service Will Satisfy Agency Requirements and is not a request for competitive proposals. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with SomaLogic Operating Co, Inc, 2945 Wilderness Place, Boulder, CO 80301 on an other than full and open competition basis to obtain...
Timeline
Posted Date
May 7, 2026
Response Deadline
May 13, 2026
Due today
What Contractors Should Know
This is a 8AN set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Bethesda, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required 8AN certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAID before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this 8AN contract?
This opportunity requires 8AN certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NIAID contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of May 13, 2026.
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