Description
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is issuing a Sources Sought notice to gather market information on U.S.-manufactured specialized disposable gloves. The goal is to determine the availability of various glove types—sterile nitrile, neoprene, polyisoprene, extended‑cuff, heavy‑thick nitrile, and medical‑grade non‑sterile gloves—each meeting specific hazard‑specific performance characteristics for clinical, research, animal‑care, and emergency‑response environments. Respondents must provide a capability statement and detailed product data (manufacturing location, material origins, annual production capacity, certifications, and any planned domestic capacity growth). This information will inform future procurement decisions for personal protective equipment critical to HHS operations.
• Required glove types include sterile nitrile (BSL‑3, cleanroom), neoprene, polyisoprene, extended‑cuff nitrile, heavy‑thick nitrile (>6 mil), and medical‑grade non‑sterile options.
• Suppliers must detail chemical resistance testing (ASTM F739, D471, D6978), thickness, barrier integrity, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Responses are due by 1:00 PM Eastern on November 3, 2026; submissions are to be emailed to Tonia Alexander ([email protected]) with the specified subject line.