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R--Intent to Sole Source - GTseq panel Gila Topminnow
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed price purchase order to GTSeek LLC for the development of a GTseq multiplex PCR primer design panel to support conservation genetics efforts for the Gila Topminnow. This procurement is justified under FAR 12.102(a) due to the unique and specialized technical expertise of GTSeek LLC in developing GTseq genotyping panels for non-model aquatic species, with no other sources capable of meeting the government’s requirements. The project involves designing, optimizing, and validating a high-plex genotyping panel starting with approximately 500 genetic markers to produce a refined, high-throughput tool for long-term population monitoring. The North American Industry Classification System code for this procurement is 541380, categorizing it under testing laboratories and services. This notice serves as an announcement of intent and is not a competitive solicitation; however, any party believing it can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 21, 2026, to the Contract Specialist Khalilah Brown. Responses must clearly demonstrate why competitive bidding would benefit the government and will be considered at the government's discretion. All costs associated with preparing and submitting a capability statement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed. The decision to proceed with the sole-source award remains with the government, and the contract will be issued to GTSeek LLC unless compelling evidence of competitive capability is received and deemed advantageous by the agency.
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The North American Industry Classification System code for this procurement is 541380 ¿ Testing Laboratories and Services.
GTSeek LLC, 124 Main Avenue N Suite 201 Twin Falls, ID 83301 possesses specialized technical expertise and demonstrated experience in GTseq multiplex PCR panel development for non-model aquatic species. The requirement includes the design, optimization, and validation of a high-plex GTseq genotyping panel beginning with approximately 500 markers, resulting in a refined panel suitable for high-throughput population genetic analysis and long-term monitoring.
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responses received within fourteen (14) days of the issuance of this notice will be considered by the government. The statement of capabilities must be submitted in writing and must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. If parties choose to respond, any cost associated with preparation and submission of data or any other cost incurred in response to this announcement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed by the Government.
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties that believe they can meet the Government¿s requirements may submit a capability statement no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, 21 July 2026 to Contract Specialist, Khalilah Brown, Khalilah_brown@ios.doi.gov.
The decision to proceed with a sole-source award is at the discretion of the Government.
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