Zebrafish Research Study on effects of neurotoxins

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking a research contractor to conduct a comprehensive zebrafish research study focused on examining the association between behavioral changes and blood brain barrier (BBB) disruption. This solicitation falls under the Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences category, specifically targeting applied research services in general science and technology. The contract opportunity, identified by the ID 63acb97626d143f9ba1c22d15d1f8451, is seeking a qualified research team to perform detailed neurological investigations using zebrafish as a model organism. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2025, with proposals due by April 20, 2025, indicating a tight submission window of approximately four days. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice, the primary objective appears to be determining neurotoxin effects on neural and physiological systems.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations, meaning the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the notice, and specific award values or budget ranges are not specified. The research will likely be conducted in a laboratory setting, potentially at a naval research facility or affiliated research institution. The NAICS code 541715 suggests this is a specialized scientific research project focused on understanding neurological mechanisms at a cellular and behavioral level. The contract falls under the Defense agency category, indicating potential strategic or medical research importance for naval or broader military applications. The precise timeline for service delivery is not explicitly stated, but the short proposal submission window suggests the research project may be time-sensitive or part of a broader ongoing scientific investigation.