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Chemical Security Analysis Center (CSAC) Rapid Cyanide Detection RFI

Department of Homeland Security · OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS · Sources Sought · 70RSAT26RFI000021

posted 3 August 2026 · closed 2 September 2026

Summary

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate is seeking input from companies to collaborate on a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement for advancing a patented human biomarker system that detects cyanide exposure. The effort aims to develop, validate, and eventually commercialize a medical‑device prototype that can provide rapid detection of cyanide for first responders and the public.

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