Research Swine for NMCP Portsmouth, VA
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Health Agency (DHA), specifically the Naval Medical Center-Portsmouth (NMCP), is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Research Swine for its Clinical Investigation Department in Portsmouth, VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm Fixed-Price contract. Proposals are due May 26, 2026, at 05:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks domestic Yorkshire/Landrace cross swine, male or female, weighing between 30-75 kg (approximately 5-7 months of age). The requirement is for approximately 36 animals, to be delivered in about nine groups of 2-6 animals each, upon request, between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
Key requirements include:
- Health Standards: Animals must be free from illness/injury. Vendors must provide health records and maintain an active disease monitoring and vaccination program.
- Transportation: Delivery must be in climate-controlled vehicles. Vendors within a two-hour radius of NMCP may coordinate transport directly. Others must include delivery fees and health certificate costs in their proposals.
- Licensing: Offerors must be licensed by the USDA under the Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Regulations.
- Product: Only new product offers will be accepted.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Delivery: FOB Destination
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA 23708
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: May 26, 2026, 05:00 PM Local Time.
- Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to Cynthia Scharnowske (cynthia.e.scharnowske.civ@health.mil).
- Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated on a competitive best value basis using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures. Technical acceptability will be assessed based on meeting the "Essential Characteristics" (EC) outlined in Attachment 1 (EC Checklist). Price will be evaluated separately. Proposals must be technically acceptable and offer a fair and reasonable price, inclusive of shipping and handling.
Key Attachments
The EC Checklist.xlsx is a critical attachment, serving as a mandatory form for offerors to confirm their ability to meet specific technical and compliance requirements, including animal specifications, health standards, USDA licensing, and delivery procedures. Accurate completion is essential for demonstrating capability.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Cynthia Scharnowske at cynthia.e.scharnowske.civ@health.mil or 757-953-3412.