Intent to Acquire Sole Source - ECP Colorimetric Test Kits

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Mission Essentials office intends to award a sole-source contract to Detectachem Inc. for the procurement of MobileDetect X ECP colorimetric test kits. These kits are required by the Office of Security Operations to facilitate the screening of inorganic powder and granular substances at airport checkpoints across the United States. The government intends to negotiate with only this single source under the authority of FAR 6.302, as the specified kits are necessary to meet the agency's current operational requirements.

This procurement is classified under NAICS 325412, Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, and PSC 6810, Chemicals. There is no set-aside designated for this action. While this notice serves as an intent to acquire supplies through other than full and open competition rather than a request for competitive proposals, interested parties may submit their interest and capability for the government to consider in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

The response deadline for this special notice is June 28, 2026. The place of performance is the United States, and Kurt Allen serves as the point of contact for this requirement. Information received in response to this notice will be used primarily to evaluate the feasibility of a competitive acquisition process. Vendors interested in subcontracting opportunities are directed to contact Detectachem Inc. directly.