High-Throughput RNA Sequencing (RNA-Seq)

The contract involves conducting high-throughput RNA sequencing on 300 prepared cotton libraries to produce raw FASTA and FASTQ sequence reads, enabling gene expression analysis and genomic research. The work is designated as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, reflecting its classification within scientific research and development services. Performance is scheduled to take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, with the zip code 70124 serving as the official place of performance. The contract was posted on May 13, 2026, and is managed by the USDA Agricultural Research Service, specifically the AfM APD division under the Department of Agriculture. Although no solicitation number or point of contact is provided, the project is part of a broader initiative in agricultural genomics aimed at enhancing cotton research through next-generation sequencing technologies. The scope is narrowly focused on sequencing services without additional experimental design or data analysis responsibilities specified, implying the recipient will deliver raw sequence data according to standardized formats.