# Request for Information on CDC Procurement of Clinical Specimens

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/412026

- Solicitation number: 412026
- Notice type: Sources sought
- Status: Closed. Deadline was May 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT
- Department: Department of Health and Human Services
- Agency: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Contracting office: CDC Office of Acquisition Services (75D301)
- Place of performance: Georgia
- County: DeKalb County (FIPS 13089). https://abierto.us/counties/dekalb-county-ga-13089
- First posted: April 23, 2026
- Last posted: April 23, 2026
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e298f620d9ef4101b9cbf26699e5a17f/view

## Description

The primary goal of this RFI is to gather information regarding the acquisition of clinical specimens or synthetic specimen matrices for the development and validation of diagnostic tests. This initiative aligns with the National Biodefense Strategy and Implementation Plan, which outlines a broad national vision for enhancing pandemic preparedness and countering biological threats, including building specimen procurement capabilities to support rapid medical countermeasure development.

This RFI is for market research only and does not commit the Government to issue a solicitation, make an award, or pay any costs associated with responding to this RFI. The information submitted in all responses will be utilized to help the Government further define its requirements and develop acquisition strategies. All submitted information shall remain with the Government and will not be returned.

## Publications

- April 23, 2026: Sources sought, due May 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT. Notice e298f620d9ef4101b9cbf26699e5a17f. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e298f620d9ef4101b9cbf26699e5a17f/view

## Points of contact

- Joesph Miller, faz9@cdc.gov, 404.639.0279

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