Bioinformatics and Data Analysis for Peptide Candidates

The contract titled Bioinformatics and Data Analysis for Peptide Candidates seeks a small business to analyze sequencing data with the goal of identifying 6 to 12 candidate peptides through advanced bioinformatics methods. This includes motif identification, homology searching, and stability prediction modeling to evaluate the biological relevance and therapeutic potential of each candidate. The provider will be responsible for processing raw sequencing datasets, applying computational tools to extract meaningful patterns, and ensuring the accuracy and reproducibility of all analytical results. Deliverables must include annotated peptide sequences, detailed bioinformatics outputs, and all associated raw data in a structured and accessible format. The opportunity is issued as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside by the USDA ARS AFM APD, with performance expected to take place in Manhattan, Kansas, zip code 66502. It is classified under NAICS code 541690 for other scientific and technical consulting services and was posted on July 10, 2026, with a response deadline of July 13, 2026. Only small businesses are eligible to respond, and the contract requires expertise in high-throughput data analysis, peptide bioinformatics, and data curation practices. There is no specified point of contact listed in the public posting, and interested parties must submit proposals through the SAM.gov portal before the deadline to be considered.