Okadaic Acid, DSP, PP2A Kit, Abraxis, Ships Expedited and Temperature Controlled and 1 more item

The Virginia Department of Health awarded contract PCO05385705 to Colonial Scientific Inc. on June 18, 2026. The contract encompasses the procurement of specialized diagnostic testing kits and reagents for marine biotoxin detection. The cumulative contract value is $3,291.59, with deliverables directed to Todd Egerton. The contract includes two distinct line items: one unit of Okadaic Acid, Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP), Protein Phosphatase 2A (PP2A) Kit manufactured by Abraxis, procured at a unit price of $1,084.16 with expedited shipment and temperature-controlled delivery; and three units of Domoic Acid Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP) ELISA Microtiter Plate kits, also by Abraxis, at $735.81 per unit.

These diagnostic kits are essential laboratory supplies used for detecting and monitoring harmful algal bloom (HAB) toxins in shellfish and marine environments. The procurement of both Okadaic Acid and Domoic Acid testing materials indicates the Department of Health's commitment to maintaining public health safeguards through routine toxicological screening. The contract structure and specialized nature of the products suggest support for the Department's shellfish sanitation or marine health monitoring programs, though the specific period of performance and location of performance are not detailed in the available contract documentation.