childhood vaccines referencing the current Center for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) Federal Contract for Vaccine and Biologicals, CDC…

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp has been awarded a Texas state contract (HHSTX-6-0000388385) for childhood vaccines, referencing the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Federal Contract Number 75D30125D00195. The contract is aligned with Texas Government Code 2155.144 and focuses on delivering vaccines and biologicals, with Merck serving as the prime manufacturer and contractor.

The contract encompasses multiple vaccine and pharmaceutical categories, as indicated by the UNSPSC codes, including immunomodulating drugs, hyaluronic acid products, diphtheria and tetanus vaccines, tolvaptan, and thymalfasin. The contract is classified under the NIGP code 26980 for Serums, Toxoids, and Vaccines, and is set to be active through October 22, 2025. While specific contract value details are not provided, the award signifies Merck's continued role as a critical vaccine supplier for the state of Texas, supporting public health immunization programs.