SAM #FDA_3232026

The FDA is seeking scientific services for studying foodborne pathogens on small specialty farms in the Northeast, with a sole source contract to the University of Vermont Extension NECAFS. - Contract supports environmental sampling, laboratory analysis, and data reporting to improve food safety practices - Sampling includes soil, compost, water, and swabs - Laboratory analysis uses FDA BAM methods - Metadata recording and communication of results to farms - Coordination with FDA and academic partners - Deliverables: research plans, progress reports, peer-reviewed publications - Contract structure: base year plus four option years (total potential duration: 5 years) - Place of performance includes FDA OAMT in Laurel, MD, University of Vermont Extension NECAFS in Bennington, VT, and participating farms in the Northeast - Sole source to University of Vermont; competitive proposals only considered if capability is demonstrated - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities listed; focus is on scientific services - Travel is limited and capped - No OEMs or commercial vendors mentioned aside from University of Vermont - Estimated contract value likely in the low to mid six figures per year, based on scope and academic research services

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price contract order to University of Vermont, UVM Extension - Agricultural Engineering 310 Main St, PO Box 559 Bennington, VT 05201-0559. In accordance with FAR Part 6.302-1 (a) (2)(ii) which states” Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirement”. The purpose of this notice is to inform the public that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) anticipates issuing a Firm Fixed Price contract. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: See Attached Statement of Work This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any party that believes it can meet this requirement as stated herein may submit a written capability statement that clearly supports and demonstrates their ability to perform the requirement. Capability statements must be received by the response date and time of this notice. Submissions will be reviewed to determine if they can meet the requirement. A determination by the Government to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. It is anticipated that an award will be issued to University of Vermont, UVM Extension within approximately ten (10) days after the date of this notice unless the Government determines that any other organization has the capability to meet this requirement. Response Date: April 3, 2026, by 3.00PM EST. Please email responses to Hilda Aryeh –hilda.aryeh@fda.hhs.gov.