D12731DiR DiIC187 11Dioctadecyl3333

Life Technologies Corporation was awarded a contract by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) on August 6, 2026, for the supply of specialized laboratory materials. The specific line item procured consists of dioctadecyl-3,3-dimethyl-indocyanine chloride (DiR DiIC187), a fluorescent dye compound commonly utilized in biological and medical research applications. The contract encompasses a single unit delivery to VCU Procurement at a unit price of $314.64, resulting in a cumulative contract value of $314.

This procurement award demonstrates VCU's acquisition of research-grade chemical materials necessary for advanced laboratory work. As a Virginia-based state institution, VCU's contracting activity reflects the University's ongoing operational requirements in support of its research and academic missions. The straightforward nature of this award—involving a single line item with a modest contract value—indicates a routine materials acquisition rather than a comprehensive service or systems contract.