Columbia CNA w 5% SB and 6 more items

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services awarded a contract to REMEL INC on July 6, 2026, with a cumulative value of $816. The contract encompasses the procurement of microbiological culture media and related materials, which are specialized laboratory supplies used for bacterial identification and testing. The ordered items include TSA (Tryptic Soy Agar) with 5% sheep blood, Columbia CNA (Colistin-Nalidixic Acid) agar with 5% sheep blood, Chocolate Agar, Hektoen medium, and Triple Sugar Iron Agar slants—all standard differential and selective media used in clinical and diagnostic microbiology laboratories.

All line items are designated for delivery to Tracy Thacker, who serves as the receiving contact for this award. The contract includes seven line items reflecting the specific quantities of each product ordered, with unit prices ranging from $5.86 to $150.04 per unit, and additional charges for shipping ($59.99) and fuel surcharge ($9.95). This procurement represents a routine acquisition of consumable laboratory supplies by a state agricultural agency, likely to support diagnostic testing or quality control operations within the Department's laboratory facilities.