Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-07509
FDA Emergency Use Authorizations for Animal Drugs to Treat New World Screwworm
Buyer
Food and Drug Administration
Posted
April 17, 2026
Identifier
2026-07509
NAICS
325412, 424210
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for animal drugs to address New World screwworm infestations: - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Veterinary Medicine - OEMs and Vendors: - Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. - Health and Hygiene (Pty) Ltd - Products/Services Requested: - Ivomec (ivermectin) – animal drug for screwworm prevention and treatment - NexGard (afoxolaner) – animal drug for screwworm prevention and treatment - NexGard COMBO (esafoxolaner, eprinomectin, praziquantel topical solution) – topical animal drug for screwworm prevention and treatment - F10 Antiseptic Wound Spray with Insecticide (benzalkonium chloride, polyhexanide, cypermethrin topical solution) – antiseptic wound spray for screwworm prevention and treatment - Target Animals: - Cattle, dogs, cats, horses, minor hoof stock (sheep, goats, deer), raptors, wild birds, pet birds, and captive wild/exotic/zoo mammals - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Products are authorized for emergency use due to a declared public health emergency involving New World screwworm - No specific purchase quantities or part numbers are provided - EUAs are effective immediately and remain in effect under emergency conditions
Description
This notice announces the issuance of four Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) by the FDA for new animal drugs intended to prevent and treat infestations caused by New World screwworm larvae in various animals. The EUAs were issued following a determination of a significant potential public health emergency involving New World screwworm. The authorized products include drugs for use in cattle, dogs, cats, horses, minor hoof stock, birds, and captive wild and exotic mammals. The notice details the legal basis for the EUAs and provides information on the authorization dates and conditions.