ContractCombined Synopsis/Solicitation

Advanced Freeze-Dryer Sources Sought

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 75F40126SS131701
Response Deadline
Feb 10, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice (75F40126SS131701) to identify potential providers for an Advanced Freeze-Dryer. The FDA is seeking information from manufacturers of 'Made in America' products, small business manufacturers under NAICS 334516, and providers of products made outside the U.S. The Advanced Freeze-Dryer is essential for lyophilization research, which supports the review of generic and new drugs, thereby enhancing the safety and quality of lyophilized medications. Interested parties must submit their responses, including product information and capability statements, by February 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM (Central Time) via email to Howard Nesmith at howard.nesmith@fda.hhs.gov. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334516
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC Code
6640
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Sources Sought.pdf
PDF147 KBJan 28, 2026
AI Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice (75F40126SS131701) to identify providers for an Advanced Freeze-Dryer. The FDA seeks information from three categories: manufacturers providing 'Made in America' products, small business manufacturers under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) also offering 'Made in America' products, and providers of products made outside America. The Advanced Freeze-Dryer is crucial for lyophilization research, supporting the review of generic and new drugs, and enhancing the safety and quality of lyophilized medications. The required equipment includes a laboratory-scale R&D lyophilizer with controlled ice nucleation and foam drying capabilities, a Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS) system, and comprehensive warranty, delivery, installation, and on-site training. Responses, including product information, capability statements, business details, and country of origin, are due by February 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM (Central Time) via email to howard.nesmith@fda.hhs.gov. This notice is for market research only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedJan 28, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineFeb 10, 2026
expiryArchive DateFeb 25, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Sub-Tier
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
Office
FDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCS

Point of Contact

Name
Howard Nesmith

Place of Performance

Silver Spring, Maryland, UNITED STATES

Official Sources