# DIBBS #SPE2DS-26-T-459P

DLA Solicitation for Charm Sciences PATH-25K Bacteria Detection Test Kits

**Posted:** September 22, 2026
**Respond By:** September 28, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE2DS-26-T-459P
**NAICS:** 339112

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Medical Supply Chain is soliciting quotes for specialized bacteria detection test kits.
- Government Buyer:
  - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
  - Sub-agency: DLA Troop Support Medical Supply Chain
  - Office: MD SURG FSF
  - Buyer: Marc Canalichio
- OEM Highlight:
  - Charm Sciences Inc. is the specified manufacturer
- Products Requested:
  - Test Kit for Bacteria Determination
    - Part number: PATH-25K
    - NSN: 6550-01-723-3649
    - Quantity: 5 packages (each package contains 25 tests)
    - Detects coliform, E. coli, and hydrogen sulfide-producing enterobacteriaceae in food, beverages, and water
    - Results available in 28 hours
    - Special gelling agent for quantitation and presence/absence determination
    - Sensitivity: 1CFU/100ML in water, 1CFU/3ML in juice
- Notable Requirements:
  - Must meet specific packaging, shelf-life, and FDA regulatory requirements
  - Delivery required within 83 days from contract award
- No other OEMs or vendors are referenced
- No service line items included

### Description

TEST KIT, BACTERIA DETE (QTY: 5, NSN: 6550-01-723-3649, Purchase Request: 7018450190)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 0ADJ4, Part No: PATH-25K, Company: CHARM SCIENCES INC
 

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