Laboratory and Field Testing Services for GE Traits

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide analytical testing, field trial execution, and data collection services aimed at supporting hazard identification and exposure assessment of genetically engineered crops and microbes. These services are critical for evaluating environmental and biological risks associated with genetically engineered traits and must be conducted with scientific rigor to meet regulatory and research standards. The contractor will be responsible for designing and implementing field trials, collecting accurate and reproducible data, and performing laboratory analyses to quantify exposure levels and potential hazards across diverse ecological conditions. The opportunity is posted under the NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services and is administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture within the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The solicitation was posted on June 18, 2026, with responses due by July 13, 2026. The place of performance is not specified, indicating potential flexibility in field trial locations, but the work must align with federal research objectives related to biosafety and environmental risk assessment. This subcontract supports broader federal efforts to ensure the safe development and deployment of genetically engineered agricultural technologies.