Low-Coverage Whole Genome Sequencing of Rainbow Trout Samples

This contract, solicitation number 1232SA26Q0416, is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial services issued under FAR Part 12 as a Request for Quotation targeting a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380, with a small business size standard of $19 million. The requirement is for low-coverage whole genome sequencing of 2,000 rainbow trout tissue samples stored in 95% ethanol, using Illumina technology to generate genomic data on a ~2.4Gb genome, with subsequent genotype imputation. All necessary services, equipment, supplies, and facilities must be provided by the contractor to complete the work in accordance with specified performance benchmarks. The period of performance runs from June 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026, with all deliverables required to be completed within 90 days of sample receipt. F.O.B. Destination terms apply, with delivery and performance directed to USDA-ARS-NEA Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture at 11861 Leetown Road, Kearneysville, WV 25430, though the physical location of sequencing may vary among six pre-designated wage determination sites. Quotations are due by May 26, 2026, and the award will be made on a best-value basis to the highest technically rated offeror with a fair and reasonable price, based on past performance assessed as acceptable or neutral and no tradeoffs between technical and price factors. The contract will be firm-fixed-price and will incorporate multiple FAR clauses addressing labor standards, ethics, cybersecurity, data security, environmental compliance, and equal opportunity, including protections against trafficking, requirements for paid sick leave, and DEI non-discrimination obligations. Contractors must comply with stringent information system safeguards, prohibit the use of government-collected data for AI training, and ensure all personnel accessing federal systems undergo personal identity verification. Wage determinations for six geographic locations must be adhered to, and compliance with SAM.gov registration, UEI and CAGE codes, and a range of certifications related to tax status, ethics, Buy American, and subcontractor management are mandatory. The Contracting Officer, Tucker Davis, and Technical Point of Contact, Yniv Palti, will oversee award and performance, with payments processed electronically following government-wide systems.