Combined Synopsis Solicitation-Long Sequencing kit

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under solicitation number 75N98026Q00640/PCA-NIA-01344. This procurement is conducted in full compliance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR 12.603, aiming to award a firm fixed-price contract through full and open competition. The acquisition focuses on purchasing a Long Sequencing kit and is not anticipated to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. Proposals are requested by June 26, 2026, and no separate written solicitation will be issued, as this notice serves as the official solicitation. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541713 and is managed by the NIH Office of Acquisitions located in Bethesda, Maryland. The contract opportunity is open to all responsible offerors, with the award expected to go to the proposal providing the best value to the government. For inquiries, the primary point of contact is John R. Johnson, reachable via email. This streamlined solicitation process serves to efficiently acquire commercial products or services, specifically the Long Sequencing kit, supporting NIH research and operations.