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U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services·Maryland

Rat Brain Protein Analyses and Plasma Biomarker Quantification

Closes 8/10/2026$500k – $1.5M
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The FDA is seeking a contractor to perform rat brain protein analyses and plasma biomarker quantification. The contractor will receive 288 rat brain tissue samples and 120 rat plasma samples, which must be processed and analyzed using Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays (ELISAs). The contractor must provide raw and final data for each ELISA run, including preliminary updates on sample preparation and assay validation. The contractor must also ensure that all primary antibodies used in the ELISAs are sensitive for at least the target species and tissue type, with minimal cross-reactivity. * The contractor will receive 288 rat brain tissue samples and 120 rat plasma samples. * The contractor must process and analyze the samples using ELISAs. * The contractor must provide raw and final data for each ELISA run. * The contractor must ensure that all primary antibodies used in the ELISAs are sensitive for at least the target species and tissue type, with minimal cross-reactivity. * The contractor must provide preliminary updates on sample preparation and assay validation. * The contractor must deliver all analysis results and supporting data files within 10 months after receiving the samples.

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Contact

Howard Nesmith

[email protected]

(301) 796-2138

Key dates

Opened
8/3/2026
Closes
8/10/2026
Duration
10 months

Last updated

Details

Industry
Healthcare and Medical Services
NAICS
541380
Solicitation №
75F40126Q135718

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $1,500,000

The budget for this opportunity is likely to be in the range of $500,000 to $1,500,000, based on the scope of work and the requirements for laboratory testing and analysis services. The contractor will need to provide specialized equipment and personnel to perform the ELISAs and other analyses, which will likely drive up the cost. Additionally, the contractor will need to provide raw and final data for each ELISA run, which may require additional resources and personnel. The FDA has a budget of $19 million for this type of contract, and the budget for this specific opportunity is likely to be a fraction of that amount.

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