NGS Library Preparation for Plant Tissues

The contract covers the preparation of RNA-seq libraries from 300 cotton fiber RNA samples, encompassing all core steps including RNA fragmentation, complementary DNA synthesis, adapter ligation, and library amplification. The work is part of a subcontract under the USDA ARS AFM APD, with performance based in New Orleans, Louisiana, zip code 70124. The project falls under NAICS code 541380, indicating it involves other scientific and technical consulting services, and was posted on May 13, 2026. All library preparation activities must meet precise technical standards to ensure high-quality sequencing outcomes from plant tissue samples.