Request for Project Information: “Single Blood Donor Collection and Storage Bags Manufactured in Continental United States (CONUS)”
ID: MTEC-25-03-BloodBagType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

HEALTH R&D SERVICES; HEALTH CARE - OTHER; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AN43)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e31097dc1a8447258fbb06af340c74e4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), is seeking information on the manufacturing capabilities for single blood donor collection and storage bags produced within the contiguous United States. This Request for Project Information (RPI) aims to address critical shortages of blood storage bags necessary for military operations, particularly in trauma situations where timely access to blood products can be life-saving. Interested parties are invited to submit Project Information Papers detailing their compliance with regulatory standards, manufacturing capabilities, and plans to produce a prototype system within two years, with submissions due by January 6, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Dr. Chuck Hutti at chuck.hutti@ati.org or Mr. Evan Kellinger at mtec-sc@ati.org.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Chuck Hutti
    (843) 760-3795
    chuck.hutti@ati.org
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    MTEC-25-03-Blood Bag_RPI.pdf
    The Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) has issued a Request for Project Information (RPI) regarding the development of single blood donor collection and storage bags manufactured within the contiguous United States. This initiative is in support of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command and the Defense Health Agency to address recent shortages of blood storage bags crucial for use in military operations, especially in trauma situations. The RPI outlines requirements for interested parties to submit Project Information Papers detailing their manufacturing capabilities, compliance with regulatory standards, and plans to produce a prototype system within two years. The bags must meet specifications for individual wrapping, comply with FDA and military standards, and support the storage of whole blood for a minimum of 21 days. MTEC seeks input from both members and non-members, and submissions must adhere to a specified template. The purpose of the RPI is to inform planning and investment decisions to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities within the Defense Industrial Base, ensuring a reliable supply of essential medical products for the military. The deadline for submissions is January 6, 2025.
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