Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) Tuberculin for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL)
ID: 1141123Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413)

PSC

IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC SUBSTANCES, REAGENTS, TEST KITS AND SETS (6550)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4aeb268757b74eed9de568c69ef4d4f4/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is seeking to award a single-award Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) Tuberculin, essential for testing cattle for bovine tuberculosis. The contract will cover three vial sizes of PPD Tuberculin, which is critical for the National Tuberculosis Eradication Program, and will be supplied by Zoetis, Inc., in partnership with Colorado Serum Company, the only licensed manufacturer in the U.S. The anticipated contract, valued at approximately $933,900 annually, will commence on February 16, 2025, with the award expected by January 13, 2025. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Matthew Phillips at matthew.phillips3@usda.gov by December 9, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Matthew Phillips
    (479) 301-8811
    matthew.phillips3@usda.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FAR 13.5 Single Source PPD Tuberculin Reprocurment Req 1141123 Signed Nov 7 2024.pdf
    The USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories is seeking to procure Mycobacterium bovis Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) Tuberculin through a single-source contract justification. PPD Tuberculin is essential for veterinary testing of cattle for bovine tuberculosis, crucial for the National Tuberculosis Eradication Program that has significantly reduced the disease in livestock since 1917. The only licensed manufacturer in the U.S. for this product is Colorado Serum Company, which partners with Zoetis US, L.L.C. to supply the required tuberculin. The anticipated Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, estimated at approximately $933,900 annually, will have a five-year period starting February 16, 2025. The justification for not soliciting competitive bids is based on the unique qualifications of the approved supplier and the lack of alternative manufacturers that meet USDA licensing criteria. Historical pricing and thorough market research reaffirm that procurements will ensure fair and reasonable costs. This document underscores the USDA's adherence to regulations governing veterinary biologics and its commitment to maintaining effective disease control measures in U.S. livestock.
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