Shelf-Stable Nucleic Acid Synthesis Reagents for Field-Deployable Diagnostics
ID: CBD254-010Type: BOTH
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Shelf-Stable Nucleic Acid Synthesis Reagents for Field-Deployable Diagnostics

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Agency: DODBranch: CBD

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Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH
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    The Department of Defense's Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) is seeking innovative solutions for the development of shelf-stable nucleic acid synthesis reagents aimed at enhancing rapid diagnostic capabilities in expeditionary environments. The primary objective is to create reagents that remain effective at room temperature, function reliably across a temperature range of -20°C to 55°C, and maintain a shelf life of at least 12 months, while also improving the yield of synthesized nucleic acids. These advancements are critical for enabling the rapid development and deployment of diagnostic assays in resource-constrained settings, particularly in response to emerging threats and infectious diseases. Interested parties should note that the solicitation number is CBD254-010, with the application due date set for January 28, 2026, and further details can be found at the provided source link: https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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    The CBD254-010 program seeks to develop novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers, enabling rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current technologies require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, hindering rapid deployment of laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) in remote locations. The objective is to create reagents that are effective at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a 12-month shelf life, and improve nucleic acid yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and performance of prototype reagents. Phase II involves optimizing formulation, scaling production, and comprehensive stability testing, resulting in a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III aims for commercialization and distribution, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic research labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers to develop rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, hindering rapid deployment. The objective is to create reagents stable at room temperature, effective from -20°C to 55°C for at least 12 months, and offering improved nucleic acid yield, matching or exceeding existing reagents. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and performance of prototype reagents at room temperature. Phase II will optimize formulation, scale up production, and conduct comprehensive stability testing, delivering a pre-production kit. Phase III involves commercialization, partnerships, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for diagnostic companies, research labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers, crucial for rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, making them impractical for remote locations. The objective is to create reagents that are stable at room temperature, function from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a 12-month shelf life, and improve nucleic acid yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and performance equivalence to existing reagents. Phase II will optimize formulation and manufacturing, scaling up production for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III aims for commercial production, distribution, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications in commercial diagnostics, academic research, and public health, enabling rapid assay deployment in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers, crucial for rapid, field-deployable diagnostics in far-forward or expeditionary environments. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, making them impractical for remote locations. The objective is to create reagents that maintain effectiveness at room temperature (20-25°C), function from -20°C to 55°C, and have a shelf life of at least 12 months, while matching or exceeding current reagent performance and improving nucleic acid yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and stability, Phase II on optimizing formulation, scaling production, and comprehensive testing, and Phase III on commercial transition and widespread adoption for both military and civilian diagnostic applications, including use by commercial diagnostic companies, academic research labs, and public health organizations.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers to enable rapid, field-deployable diagnostic test development. Current technologies rely on cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, making them impractical for remote or resource-constrained environments. The objective is to create reagents that are stable at room temperature (20-25°C) for at least 12 months, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, and yield high-quality oligonucleotides for molecular assays. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and stability of prototype reagents. Phase II involves optimizing formulation, scaling production, and comprehensive stability testing, culminating in a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III aims for commercial production and distribution, securing partnerships, and obtaining regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic research, and public health organizations.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable nucleic acid synthesis reagents for rapid, field-deployable diagnostics. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, hindering their use in far-forward or expeditionary environments. The objective is to create novel reagents that remain effective at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a 12-month shelf life, and provide equivalent or enhanced performance compared to existing reagents, including improved yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating the feasibility of stable prototype reagents. Phase II involves optimizing formulation, scaling production, and comprehensive stability testing, resulting in a pre-production kit. Phase III aims for commercialization, partnerships, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for diagnostic companies, research labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The CBD254-010 program seeks to develop novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers, enabling rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development at the point of need in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current technologies are limited by cold chain storage requirements and short shelf lives, making them impractical for remote locations. The objective is to create reagents effective at room temperature, reliable from -20°C to 55°C, with a 12-month shelf life, and superior yield compared to existing reagents. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and enhanced stability. Phase II will optimize formulation, scale up production, and conduct comprehensive stability testing, aiming for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III involves commercialization partnerships, regulatory approvals, and further optimization for military and civilian applications, including commercial diagnostics, academic research, and public health in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers to enable rapid, field-deployable diagnostic test development. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, making them impractical for far-forward or expeditionary environments. The objective is to create novel reagents that remain effective at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, and maintain a shelf life of at least 12 months, while improving nucleic acid yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and performance equivalence to existing reagents. Phase II involves optimizing formulation, scaling production, and comprehensive stability testing, resulting in a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III aims for commercialization, regulatory approvals, and distribution, with dual-use applications in commercial diagnostics, academic research, and public health in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop shelf-stable nucleic acid synthesis reagents for rapid, field-deployable diagnostics. Current reagents require cold chain storage and have limited shelf lives, hindering their use in remote or resource-constrained environments. The objective is to create novel reagents that remain effective at room temperature (20-25°C) for at least 12 months, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, and yield high-quality oligonucleotides for rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development at the point of need. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and enhanced stability, while Phase II optimizes formulation, scales production, and conducts comprehensive stability testing for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III involves commercialization, partnerships, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic research labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers. The objective is to enable rapid development of high-quality oligonucleotides for diagnostic tests in far-forward, expeditionary environments within 30 days. Current technologies are limited by cold chain storage requirements and short shelf lives, making them impractical for remote use. The new reagents must be effective at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a shelf life of at least 12 months, and surpass existing reagents in performance and yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and stability at room temperature, while Phase II optimizes formulation, scales production, and conducts comprehensive testing for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III involves commercialization, partnerships, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic research, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) seeks to develop novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers. The objective is to enable rapid development of high-quality oligonucleotides for diagnostic tests in far-forward, expeditionary environments within 30 days. Current technologies are limited by cold chain storage requirements and short shelf lives, making them impractical for remote use. The new reagents must be effective at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a shelf life of at least 12 months, and surpass existing reagents in performance and yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and stability at room temperature. Phase II will optimize formulations, scale up production, and conduct comprehensive stability testing, aiming for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III involves commercialization, partnerships, and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic research labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    The CBD254-010 program seeks to develop novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers, enabling rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current technologies are limited by cold chain storage requirements and short shelf lives, making them impractical for remote locations. The objective is to create reagents effective at room temperature, functional from -20°C to 55°C, with a shelf life of at least 12 months, and improved nucleic acid yield. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and enhanced stability, comparing prototype performance against standard reagents. Phase II will optimize formulation, scale up production, and conduct comprehensive stability testing for a pre-production prototype kit. Phase III aims to transition the technology to commercial production, securing partnerships and regulatory approvals, with dual-use applications for commercial diagnostic companies, academic labs, and public health organizations in resource-limited settings.
    This government solicitation, CBD254-010, seeks the development of novel, shelf-stable reagents for nucleic acid synthesizers. The primary objective is to enable rapid diagnostic test (RDT) development at the point of need in far-forward, expeditionary environments. Current technologies are limited by cold chain storage requirements and short shelf lives, making them impractical for remote locations. The desired reagents must be stable at room temperature, function reliably from -20°C to 55°C, maintain a shelf life of at least 12 months, and improve the yield of synthesized nucleic acids. Phase I focuses on demonstrating feasibility and performance parity with existing reagents, while Phase II will optimize formulations, scale production, and conduct comprehensive stability testing. Phase III involves commercialization and distribution, with dual-use applications extending to commercial diagnostic companies, academic research labs, and public health organizations.
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