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Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Commercial Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) Contract for Development of a Human Neural Network Formation New Approach Method for the Evaluation of Potential Developmental Neurotoxicity

Department of Health and Human Services · FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION · Special Notice · HFP-2026-134390

posted 5 July 2026 · closed 10 July 2026 · NAICS 541690 · PSC B599

Summary

The FDA intends to award a sole source contract to Cyprotex US, LLC for development of a Human Neural Network Formation New Approach Method to evaluate potential developmental neurotoxicity. This effort focuses on creating a specialized assay that uses microelectrode array technology to assess neural toxicity, representing an advanced biotechnology approach to safety testing.

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