Total Tissue Sample RNA Isolation, mRNA Library Preparation, Sequencing, and Bioinformatic Processing/Analysis

The contract solicitation 75F40126Q135715 seeks comprehensive services for total tissue sample RNA isolation, mRNA library preparation, high-throughput sequencing, and bioinformatic processing and analysis. The effort is managed by the FDA Office of Acquisition and Grant Services under the Department of Health and Human Services and is targeted at performance in Jefferson, Arkansas, with a contract office located in Rockville, Maryland. The North American Industry Classification System code 541380 indicates this is a scientific research and development services procurement, specifically for analytical laboratories. The primary point of contact is Howard Nesmith, reachable via email and phone, who should be consulted for further details or questions regarding the solicitation. Responses to this combined synopsis and solicitation are due by August 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time, and the posting date was August 3, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified for this opportunity, meaning it is open to all eligible vendors without restriction based on business size or type. All interested parties must review the attached combined synopsis/solicitation document for full technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission guidelines. The work involves advanced molecular biology and genomic analysis workflows requiring specialized equipment, expertise in RNA sequencing pipelines, and bioinformatics capabilities to deliver processed and interpreted data outcomes.