FY26-27 Pediatric Covid-19 Vaccines
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 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is soliciting proposals for Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contracts for pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for the 2026-2027 season, with an option for the 2025-2026 season. This initiative aims to secure vaccines for the Vaccine for Children (VFC) program and Section 317 funds at competitive prices. Proposals are due March 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks manufacturers of pediatric vaccines to supply standard commercial pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for individuals aged 18 years and younger. The primary goal is to ensure a sufficient supply of vaccines for federally vaccine-eligible children through the VFC program, which serves Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, American Indian/Alaska Native children, and those with insurance not covering vaccines who receive care at Federally-qualified health centers or rural health clinics. States may also purchase additional quantities for non-federally eligible children.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ)
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027 (12 months from award)
- Maximum Contract Value: Combined maximum value for all pediatric contracts is $1,648,962,000.00.
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 4, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: March 17, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
- Questions Deadline: March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is Unrestricted. Offerors must be manufacturers of pediatric vaccines as defined by 42 U.S.C. § 1396s and propose FDA-approved vaccines. Non-small business offerors are required to submit small business subcontracting plans.
Key Requirements
- Product: Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines for ages 18 and younger.
- Shelf Life: Minimum 12 months remaining upon delivery.
- Packaging: Standard commercial packaging, maintaining FDA recommended temperatures during transit, with electronic temperature monitoring.
- Delivery: Within 15 working days after receipt of order.
- Compliance: Adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practice Regulations (CGMPRs) and Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requirements.
- Ordering System: Contractors must be able to interface with the CDC's electronic vaccine ordering system (VTrckS).
- ADR Agreement: An Authorized Distributor of Record (ADR) Agreement is required.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the specified CDC contacts. Evaluation factors include Technical Proposal (meeting vaccine requirements, shelf life, FDA licensure, pricing, VTrckS interface), Price Proposal (unit price including Federal Excise Tax), and Past Performance.
Contact Information
- Primary: Jariya Taylor (ZOW4@CDC.GOV)
- Secondary: Chad Turner (ukr9@cdc.gov)