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Single Source Procurement of USDA-Licensed Animal Disease Test Kits from VMRD

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Animal Industry, is announcing its intent to single source laboratory testing supplies from Veterinary Medical Research & Development, Inc. (VMRD). - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) - Division of Animal Industry - OEM Highlight: - Veterinary Medical Research & Development, Inc. (VMRD) is the sole manufacturer and supplier - Products/Services Requested: - Babesia caballi Antibody Test kit (cELISA) - USDA-licensed, required for Piroplasmosis testing - Babesia equi Antibody Test kit (cELISA) - USDA-licensed, required for Piroplasmosis testing - Prion Protein MAb Cell Culture Supernate - Laboratory reagent for biologics testing - Notable Requirements: - Only USDA-licensed and approved test kits are acceptable for regulatory compliance - VMRD is the exclusive source for these specific test kits and reagents - Estimated contract value: $75,000 to $130,000 - Prospective vendors must demonstrate the ability to supply equivalent USDA-approved products

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The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services intends to enter into a single source agreement with Veterinary Medical Research & Development, Inc. (VMRD) to procure Laboratory Testing Supplies. This procurement involves USDA approved test kits exclusively manufactured by VMRD, including Babesia caballi and Babesia equi Antibody Test kits for Piroplasmosis testing. The Division of Animal Industry requires these specific supplies to fulfill statutory regulatory testing duties. Interested vendors may provide relevant information by June 30, 2026, although this is not a request for bid or proposal.

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