SAM #1232SA26Q0558

USDA ARS Solicitation for Integrated Multiomics Sequencing and Data Processing Services

The USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), through its NEA Animal Genomics and Improvement unit in Beltsville, MD, is soliciting integrated multiomics sequencing and data processing services to support national livestock improvement and germplasm conservation efforts. - Government Buyer: - USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), NEA Animal Genomics and Improvement, ARS PA AAO ACQ/PER PROP, and NEA BARC AGIL - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - 10X Genomics (noted as the technology platform for multiome and gene expression assays) - Illumina (referenced for sequencing) - Azenta US, Inc. (identified as a sole source provider due to unique technical capabilities and data compatibility) - Products/Services Requested: - Nuclei isolation and sample QC (500 units) - 10X Genomics Chromium Multiome assays and analysis (~25 units) - 10X Genomics Chromium GEX assays and analysis (~12 units) - 10X single cell samples (12 units) - Meta-transcriptome short-read processing (60 units) - Quantitation and cluster generation (14 units) - Illumina sequencing, 2x150bp, ~950 Gb (14 units) - snMultiome profiling (25 samples) - Metatranscriptomics sequencing (60 samples) - 5' gene expression profiling with BCR/TCR repertoire enrichment (12 samples) - Integrated multiomics sequencing and data processing for 97 cattle samples - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Use of 10X Genomics Chromium platform for multiome and gene expression profiling - Illumina sequencing for high-throughput data generation - Standardized, high-throughput workflows to ensure data compatibility and quality - Local operational presence and technical expertise required for data consistency and efficiency - Services must support characterization of gene expression, microbiome function, and immune diversity in cattle - Delivery of all data and services by the end of the contract period

Description

The United States Department Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS),  intends to award on a single source basis.

Potential sources who believe they can provide the services listed are invited to submit a quotation by the response date listed, in accordance with the instructions provided herein.  All timely responses to this solicitation will be considered, however, the determination by the Government to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely at the discretion of the Government.  

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0558 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for integrated multiomics profiling.

This acquisition  is not set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541380.  The small business size standard is $19M  This acquisition is an unrestricted requirement.   All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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