FIND Call for Proposals: Manufacturing partner for lateral flow test reader for malaria test

The Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify a manufacturer of a lateral flow assay (LFA) reader (mobile App or portable standalone device) to be used for a new multiplex, semi-quantitative LFA for malaria detection. The test is currently under development and is intended for use in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Upon completion of the PvSeroRDT project in 2030, manufacturing capacity will have been established by the Manufacturing Partner, and the test will be ready for market entry.

FIND seeks to engage a committed commercial partner that can not only deliver on the technical scope of this project but also contribute to the long-term viability and accessibility of the PvSeroRDT reader platform. FIND is particularly interested in engaging partners who view this initiative not only as a development contract, but as a strategic opportunity to contribute to an impactful diagnostic solution with long-term market relevance in the global health space.

Scope of work includes:

  • Adaptation of a reader platform (mobile or hardware-based) compatible with the PvSeroRDT multiplex format in close collaboration with the LFA developer
  • Integration of an interpretation algorithm (to be provided by the consortium partner) capable of processing line intensities and classifying results.
  • Undertake comprehensive testing of the reader and include consortium members in the process. The testing should cover wide aspects such as functionality/performance and usability.
  • Provision of reader units for test development, field evaluation, and verification & validation (V&V) phases
  • Contribution to documentation for regulatory approval and preparation for commercialization

Eligibility:

  • Type of Entities: Be a legally registered entity with the capacity to manufacture reader solutions (mobile app or stand-alone device).
  • Technology: Have proven prior experience developing/adapting readers for LFAs (based on colorimetric detection), as demonstrated by a commercial product or a product in development.
  • Have in-house capacity to support software and/or hardware development/adaptation, including quality control and system integration.
  • Be willing to collaborate under an OEM and/or licensing framework that ensures affordability and accessibility in LMICs

Read more here.

Proposal deadline June 6, 2025.

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