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mRNA-sequencing and Methyl-Bisulfite sequencing from submitted leaf tissue samples

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1232SA26Q0964Federal

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The contract solicitation 1232SA26Q0964 seeks quotes for mRNA-sequencing and Methyl-Bisulfite sequencing services using leaf tissue samples, issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation under FAR Part 12 with no separate written document to follow. This acquisition is exclusively reserved for small business concerns as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380, with the small business size standard set at $19,000,000, ensuring only eligible small businesses may respond. Responses must be submitted by the deadline of August 4, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time, with the solicitation originally posted on July 15, 2026. The contracting activity originates from the USDA Agricultural Research Service’s AFM APD office located in Beltsville, Maryland, with the work performance expected to occur in Fargo, North Dakota, at the ZIP code 58102. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Kerrie Hodges, reachable via email at kerrie.hodges@usda.gov, and additional information may be found on the SAM.gov portal linked in the solicitation.

General Info

Small business set-aside for mRNA and methylation sequencing services due August 4, 2026, in Fargo, ND.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm ApdView Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Fargo, ND, 58102, USA

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SBA

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Sol_1232SA26Q0964.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd
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OfficeBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Office AddressBELTSVILLE, MD, 20705, USA
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Kerrie Hodges

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 


Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0964 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for mRNA-sequencing and Methyl-Bisulfite sequencing from submitted leaf tissue samples.


This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541380 – Testing Laboratories and Services  The small business size standard is $19,000,000.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. 

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