Synopsis Newborn Screening
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 Department of the Army, through the Health Readiness Contracting Office at Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC), Fort Bragg, NC, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought synopsis for Newborn Baby Screening Services. This non-personal service contract is required by North Carolina General Statute 130A-125(c) to support the Department of Pediatrics and Nursing. The applicable NAICS code is 621511 (Medical Laboratories). Responses are due by February 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, services, materials, equipment, supplies, and facilities to perform comprehensive newborn screening. WAMC staff will collect blood samples, which the contractor will receive overnight with demographic information. Specific tests to be performed include those for Amino Acid Disorders, Endocrine Disorders, Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorders, Hemoglobin Disorders, Organic Acid Conditions, and other conditions as detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contractor is responsible for submitting test results to WAMC and reporting abnormal findings, which may necessitate additional sample collection by WAMC. Performance standards require quality of care to meet or exceed Joint Commission standards, with a 99% compliance rate for specific tasks.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Presolicitation)
- NAICS: 621511 (Medical Laboratories)
- Set-Aside: To be determined based on market research; may be set-aside for Small Businesses or procured through Full and Open Competition.
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 29, 2026
- Place of Performance: Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC
Submission Requirements
Interested parties capable of providing these services should submit the following information:
- Organization name, address, email, website, and telephone number.
- Relevant past performance information.
- Size and type of ownership (including CAGE and DUNS Code). All responses must be emailed to frank.a.fogg.civ@mail.mil.
Additional Notes
This is a synopsis for commercial items and does not constitute a request for proposals or a solicitation at this time. The government assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred in responding to this market survey. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided regarding submissions. A Request for Quote (RFQ) with solicitation number W81K0426QA018 may be issued later.