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Genome Assembly and Synthetic Cell Development

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Response Deadline02/08/2027, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Genome Assembly and Synthetic Cell Development, supports prime contractors on National Science Foundation X-Labs bioengineering projects. The scope of work involves the assembly of synthetic genomes and the instantiation of synthetic cells, utilizing advanced techniques such as CRISPR for genome editing, DNA assembly, synthetic cell chassis development, and genome-scale metabolic engineering. The primary objective is the delivery of functional synthetic cells or fully assembled synthetic genomes. Managed under the National Science Foundation's Tip Core Programs, the opportunity was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline of February 8, 2027. The project falls under NAICS code 541715, focusing on specialized research and development in the biotechnology sector.

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Subcontract for synthetic genome assembly and cell development for NSF bioengineering projects.

Agency

National Science Foundation → Tip - Core Programs

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

1180, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NSF-Topic4-FY26-XLabsSequence-to-Function.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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NSF X-Labs Initiative - From Sequence to Function

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineFeb 8

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02/08/2027, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 4 months

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Performs the assembly of synthetic genomes and the instantiation of synthetic cells for prime contractors on NSF X-Labs bioengineering projects. Executes DNA assembly, genome editing, synthetic cell chassis development, and genome-scale metabolic engineering using CRISPR or similar technologies. Delivers functional synthetic cells or assembled synthetic genomes.

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