Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Support

The contract seeks specialized support in bioinformatics and computational biology to advance synthetic biology initiatives, with a focus on computational modeling and data analysis techniques essential for engineering biological systems. Key deliverables include genetic circuit simulation to predict and optimize modular biological components, metabolic modeling to understand and enhance cellular pathways, and machine learning applications aimed at refining the sensitivity and specificity of biosensors. The work is intended to accelerate the design-build-test cycle in synthetic biology by leveraging quantitative approaches to reduce experimental iteration and improve system predictability. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541690 for other scientific and technical consulting services and is managed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026, indicating a rapid procurement timeline common for high-priority defense-related research. The performance location and point of contact details are unspecified, suggesting the work may be conducted remotely or across multiple institutions, with flexibility on implementation location. The absence of set-aside classifications indicates the opportunity is open to all eligible contractors without preference for small, minority-owned, or other specialized businesses.