High Performance Antigen Diagnostics

Sources SoughtNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in Washington, DC
  • Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
  • This is market research - no award at this stage

Contract Details

Notice ID
RRPV-HPAD
Opportunity Type
Sources Sought
Sub-Agency
OFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
Office
ASPR BARDA DIV CONTRACTS MGMT & ACQ
Posted Date
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Response Deadline
Friday, July 17, 2026
PSC Code
AN13
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
Washington, DC, 20515
Status
Active

Description

High Performance Antigen Diagnostics Request for Information (RFI) Purpose The Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle (RRPV) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to better understand the research, development, and product landscape of current and next-generation high performance immunoassay technologies suitable for antigen testing in near-patient settings. While conventional antigen-based immunoassays offer speed, ease of use, and low cost, they remain limited by lower analytical sensitivity and limited multiplexing capability compared to nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs), limiting their clinical utility, particularly for early infections and syndromic panels.

Why This Opportunity Matters

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF is conducting market research to identify potential sources for research and development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in Washington, DC. Responding to this notice helps ensure your company is considered for the eventual solicitation.