Gemma Micro aquatic animal feed
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has issued a Presolicitation Notice of Intent to award a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to Moore-Clark USA Inc. for Gemma Micro aquatic animal feed. This is a sole-source acquisition, but small businesses are invited to submit capability statements by May 9, 2026, 11:00 p.m. EDT, to potentially compete the requirement.
Purpose & Overview
NIH intends to procure Gemma Micro aquatic animal feed (Gemma 300, 150, and 500) for its aquatic facilities in Bethesda, MD. The government believes Moore-Clark USA Inc. is the only known responsible source capable of meeting the specific standards, citing FAR Part 6.302-1. The feed is critical for the nutritional and dietary needs of aquatic animals, preventing malnutrition, and ensuring continuity of feeding schedules. The specified feed has been tested and approved by the facility's veterinarian and researchers.
Key Requirements / Deliverables
- Acquisition of Gemma 300, 150, and 500 feed.
- Ensure continuity of feeding schedules and prevent malnutrition for aquatic animals.
- Provide feed that meets specific nutritional standards, as tested and approved by facility veterinarians and researchers.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent for a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: None for the intended award; however, small businesses (including 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, small disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and women-owned small businesses) are encouraged to respond.
- Capability Statement Due: May 9, 2026, 11:00 p.m. EDT
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: Approximately five days after the notice date.
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, interested small businesses are invited to submit a written capability statement demonstrating their ability to perform the requirement. The government will determine, at its discretion, whether to compete this proposed award based on the responses received.
Contact Information
For submissions or inquiries, contact David Shen at david.shen@nih.gov.