High-Throughput Genetic Testing of Field Samples

The contract requires the performance of high-throughput genetic testing on 1,000 to 1,350 pine needle samples each year, involving large-scale DNA extraction and species identification using a previously validated genetic assay. The work must be completed annually with precision and consistency to ensure reliable species data, and all procedures must adhere to established protocols to maintain assay accuracy and reproducibility. The project is classified as a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, with a NAICS code of 541380, indicating it falls under scientific research and development services, and is intended exclusively for small business contractors. Performance of the contract is to occur in Riverdale, Utah, with a ZIP code of 84405, and the opportunity is posted under the Department of Agriculture’s Csa Intermountain 1 unit. Proposals are due by July 27, 2026, with the solicitation made available on July 17, 2026. The contract is structured as a subcontract, meaning the successful bidder will operate under the authority of a prime contractor or program lead, and full compliance with federal acquisition regulations is expected. All work must support the USDA Forest Service’s mission related to forest health monitoring and invasive species detection through genetic analysis of field-collected pine samples.