Opportunity
Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001531
Laboratory testing and 600 collection kits for dried blood and urine biomarker research
Posted
October 23, 2026
Respond By
November 06, 2026
Identifier
RFQ-1001531
NAICS
621511, 541380
Iowa State University is seeking a laboratory partner to test at-home dried blood and urine samples for a rural cancer-survivor research project. - Government buyer: Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU); the solicitation does not specify a sub-agency or office. - OEMs and vendors: No product manufacturers, laboratory vendors, or specific service providers are named. The research is described as NIH-funded. - Requested products and services: - 600 Blood Spot & Dried Urine Test Kits for participant collection; no part number or manufacturer is provided. - Laboratory testing and related support for approximately 600–800 participant samples over the project term. - Required testing: High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), total cholesterol, HDL, and creatinine for estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) calculation. - Preferred testing and capabilities: LDL, triglycerides, insulin, and glucose; participant collection instructions and support; electronic results and data files; and average turnaround under 30 days after samples are received. - Notable requirements: Responses should explain collection procedures, kit availability, reporting and secure data delivery, turnaround, and customer support. Quotes should itemize per-sample, kit, shipping, and other costs and include a sample results report.
Description
Iowa State University of Science and Technology is seeking a qualified laboratory or analytical service provider to test dried blood spot and/or dried urine samples collected by participants at home. Testing is for cardiovascular health indicators among rural cancer survivors and must include hsCRP, HbA1c, total cholesterol, HDL, and creatinine for eGFR calculation. The anticipated project kickoff is February 2027, with an approximately four-year duration and an estimated 600–800 participant samples. Responses are accepted online only through ISUBid.