Field-Deployable eDNA Autosampler Design and Manufacturing

The contract involves the design, engineering, and manufacturing of a portable, battery-powered environmental DNA (eDNA) autosampler intended for unattended field deployment in shore environments. The device is required to operate effectively over a three-month period, highlighting the need for durability, reliability, and sustained power management to support environmental monitoring and data collection in remote or inaccessible areas. The autosampler will facilitate the collection of genetic material from water sources, enabling non-invasive ecological assessments. This opportunity is a subcontract issued by the Department of the Interior through its Office of Acquisition Grants. The contract falls under the NAICS code 334516, which relates to the manufacturing of electronic communications equipment, indicating the technical and electronic complexity of the product. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2026, with responses due by May 26, 2026, reflecting a short turnaround for submissions. Although details regarding specific location or points of contact are not provided, the overall focus is on delivering a robust field-deployable instrument to support environmental data acquisition for extended autonomous operation.