Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services

The contract calls for high-throughput sequencing of environmentally derived DNA libraries using Illumina or equivalent next-generation sequencing platforms, with deliverables including demultiplexed raw sequence data in FASTQ format alongside comprehensive quality metrics to ensure data integrity and usability. The work is scoped as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541380, indicating a focus on scientific research and development services, and is designated as an SBA set-aside, meaning it is reserved for small business concerns to promote equitable participation. The solicitation was posted on June 26, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for July 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM, and is issued by the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research Field Delegates under the U.S. Department of Commerce. Performance location details and point of contact information are not specified, but the work is expected to be conducted remotely or at a facility designated by the contractor, with all data and reporting requirements tied to standardized sequencing outputs.