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Bisulfite Conversion and Library Preparation

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Response Deadline08/12/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires the performance of bisulfite conversion on DNA samples with a minimum efficiency of 99.0% to 99.5%, ensuring high-quality conversion for downstream epigenetic analysis. Alongside this, the contractor must prepare reduced representation bisulfite sequencing libraries that fully comply with Illumina sequencing protocols, guaranteeing compatibility with standard sequencing platforms and data outputs. The work is part of a subcontract classified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, indicating eligibility is restricted to businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans. The North American Industry Classification System code is 541380, reflecting the specialized nature of the scientific and technical services involved. Performance of the contract is mandated to occur in Bedford, Massachusetts, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, under the Department of Veterans Affairs via the 241-NETWORK Contract Office 01.

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Bisulfite conversion at 99.0–99.5% efficiency with Illumina library prep in Bedford, MA for service-disabled veteran-owned business.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 241-NETWORK Contract Office 01 (36C241)View Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Bedford, MA, 01731, USA

Set-Aside

SDVOSBC

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PostedJul 28

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Response DeadlineAug 12

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08/12/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin 14 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 241-NETWORK Contract Office 01 (36C241)

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Department Of Veterans Affairs → 241-NETWORK Contract Office 01 (36C241)

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Perform bisulfite conversion of DNA samples with ≥99.0–99.5% efficiency and prepare RRBS libraries compliant with Illumina sequencing protocols.

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