Oligo CVV Production
ID: 75D301-24-Q-78627Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFCENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTIONCDC OFFICE OF ACQUISITION SERVICESATLANTA, GA, 30333, USA

NAICS

Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing (325414)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 15, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Sep 11, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Sep 16, 2024, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is seeking qualified contractors to provide rapid custom genetic products for the development of Candidate Vaccine Viruses (CVVs) against pandemic potential. The procurement includes single-stranded DNA oligonucleotides and double-stranded DNA gene fragments, with specific requirements for turnaround times, expected yields, and shipping arrangements to ensure timely delivery of these critical genetic materials. This initiative is vital for enhancing the nation's preparedness for future pandemics, emphasizing the need for flexibility in production to adapt to rapidly changing influenza strains. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 16, 2024, and can contact Timothy Joyce at xvf7@cdc.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
Timothy Joyce
xvf7@cdc.gov
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Sep 11, 2024, 1:53 PM UTC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the procurement of rapid custom genetic products to develop Candidate Vaccine Viruses (CVVs) against pandemic potential. The RFQ outlines the requirement for single-stranded DNA oligonucleotides and double-stranded DNA gene fragments, detailing quantities, expected yields, turnaround times, and shipping arrangements. Suppliers must provide pricing for a maximum total quantity to be delivered over a one-year performance period, with monthly invoicing based on actual usage. The importance of these genetic products is underscored by the need for flexibility in production to address rapid changes in circulating influenza strains. Key documents within the RFQ include statements of work, evaluation factors, instructions to offerors, and contract clauses. The document emphasizes adherence to federal regulations, including accessibility standards and the importance of securing sensitive data. Vendor qualifications focus on proven capacity for timely delivery of genetic material, aligning with the CDC’s ongoing need to respond swiftly to public health threats. Overall, this RFQ underlines the CDC's commitment to enhancing the nation's preparedness for future pandemics through a streamlined procurement process for essential genetic resources.
Sep 10, 2024, 7:32 PM UTC
The file details a Request for Quotations (RFQ) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), specifically for rapid genetic material production to support the development of Candidate Vaccine Viruses (CVVs). The RFQ outlines the need for services including custom DNA oligonucleotides and double-stranded DNA gene fragments, emphasizing rapid turnaround times for samples ranging from 15 to over 2,200 base pairs in length. The work primarily aims to address the need for frequent production of genetic materials due to evolving influenza strains. The contract specifies quantities, pricing structures, and delivery timelines. Invoicing will occur monthly based on actual usage, with a performance period anticipated to last one year. Security protocols ensure no sensitive information leaves the government’s control, and vendors must meet qualifications related to production capacity and delivery speed. Compliance with Section 508 for accessibility is also mandated. This RFQ emphasizes the government's proactive approach to managing public health threats through vaccine development, fostering collaboration with capable contractors to enhance vaccine preparedness.
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