High-Throughput RNA Sequencing (RNA-Seq)

This contract involves performing high-throughput RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) on 300 cotton samples by conducting next-generation sequencing on prepared libraries. The primary deliverable is the generation of raw FASTA or FASTQ sequence reads. The work is subcontracted by the Department of Agriculture under the USDA Agricultural Research Service, with the place of performance specified as New Orleans, ZIP code 70124. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541380, which pertains to testing laboratories and related analytical services. The sequencing process focuses on producing accurate, high-quality sequence data to support downstream genetic and genomic analysis of cotton samples.