mRNA Library Preparation for RNAseq

The contract mandates the preparation of stranded, paired-end mRNA sequencing libraries from isolated RNA samples, fully aligned with Illumina platform requirements. It involves processing 256 samples with barcoding and multiplexing to enable high-throughput sequencing, ensuring sample identification and efficient batch processing. The work must maintain the stranded nature of the libraries to preserve transcriptional orientation and deliver high-quality data suitable for downstream RNA sequencing analysis. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, issued by the FDA Office of Acquisition and Grant Services under the Department of Health and Human Services. The place of performance is specified as Jefferson, Arkansas, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The posting date was August 3, 2026, providing a one-week window for proposers to submit bids, and no set-aside criteria or organizational type restrictions are indicated.