CENTER FOR AQUACULTURE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Center for Aquaculture Technologies, Inc. specializes in molecular genetic analysis and biotechnological research for aquatic species, with deep expertise in DNA extraction, single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) genotyping, microsatellite analysis, and parentage assignment using high-throughput platforms such as the Axiom MYDesign TG array. The company delivers precise, reproducible genotyping services for salmon and oyster populations, supporting fisheries management, selective breeding, and traceability programs. Their technical capabilities include 384-well format processing, aliquot management, and laboratory data reporting tailored to aquaculture and conservation needs, with a focus on non-nanobiotechnology applications in marine biology and aquaculture genetics. The contractor maintains a consistent, long-standing relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, primarily supporting the Agricultural Research Service through genetic testing and phenotyping services for Atlantic salmon and Pacific oysters. Their work directly informs stock enhancement, disease resistance selection, and aquaculture sustainability initiatives, demonstrating a trusted, mission-aligned partnership focused on applied biological research. Their primary industry focus lies in testing laboratories and services (NAICS 541380) and biotechnology research and development (NAICS 541714), positioning them as a niche provider of genetic analytics for federal aquaculture programs. They serve the marine biotechnology sector by bridging laboratory genomics with operational fisheries science, offering end-to-end genetic data solutions from tissue processing to actionable reporting. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in San Diego, California, Center for Aquaculture Technologies, Inc. operates without federal certifications but leverages its specialized technical infrastructure and domain expertise to deliver high-compliance, scientifically rigorous services to USDA and other federal stakeholders in aquatic resource management.