HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF · CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION · CDC NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
The CDC intends to sole source a contract for micro- and nanoplastic particle standards (PVC and PET) with green fluorescent labeling for toxicology studies. Interested sources must submit a capabilities statement via email by September 4, 2026. [2]
Lab261 is the only known vendor capable of providing the required materials with the precise specifications necessary to meet the Government’s minimum requirements.
Responsible sources that believe they can meet these requirements may submit their capabilities/qualifications statement to provide these services to Mike Davis VIA EMAIL ONLY at VWL8@CDC.GOV with "PR 98999" referenced in the subject line NO LATER THAN 7:30 PM EST on September 4, 2026.
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Lab261 is the only known vendor capable of providing the required materials with the precise specifications necessary to meet the Government’s minimum requirements.
Responsible sources that believe they can meet these requirements may submit their capabilities/qualifications statement to provide these services to Mike Davis VIA EMAIL ONLY at VWL8@CDC.GOV with "PR 98999" referenced in the subject line NO LATER THAN 7:30 PM EST on September 4, 2026.
Is the requirement on GSA Schedule? ܆Yes ܈No If yes, provide schedule number: Click here to enter text.
Based on these factors, Lab261 is the only responsible source capable of meeting the Government’s requirements without unacceptable risk to the research objectives.
Program Office efforts to seek potential offerors: Market research was conducted through literature review, scientific vendor catalogs, and online searches for micro- and nanoplastic particle suppliers.
Atlanta, GA, 30329, USA
Posted Aug 25, 2026; Responses due Sep 4, 2026, 11:30 PM UTC; Archive date Sep 19, 2026
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), intends to award a sole source contract to Cina Consulting, LLC (DBA Lab 261) at 2250 Webster St, Palo Alto, CA 94301-4053, for micro- and nanoplastic particle standards (PVC and PET) in 10 nm and 1 ?m sizes with green fluorescent labeling for in vitro toxicology studies. This acquisition is being conducted using the simplified procedures for commercial products under FAR 12.201-1. The NAICS code for this procurement is 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing. In accordance with FAR 12.102(a), the contracting officer has determined that Cina Consulting, LLC is the only source available to provide the required microplastic particle standards meeting the agency's minimum technical requirements below: These particles are necessary for a study that requires PVC and PET particles in occupationally relevant sizes (10 nm and 1 ?m) with stable greenfluorescent labeling. This exact combination of polymer type, particle size, and fluorescence is not commercially available from other vendors. In addition, use of the same manufacturer is important for study continuity and consistency. As a result of this synopsis, no competitive solicitation will be posted on FedBizOpps. We will issue only one solicitation to Cina Consulting, LLC. Responsible sources that believe they can meet these requirements may submit their capabilities/qualifications statement to provide these services to Mike Davis VIA EMAIL ONLY at VWL8@CDC.GOV with "PR 98999" referenced in the subject line NO LATER THAN 7:30 PM EST on September 4, 2026. The Contracting Officer will not respond to phone calls or verbal requests. ALL REQUESTS MUST BE IN WRITING. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action are solely within the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
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