USDA-NEA Development of Atlantic Salmon Genomic Breeding Values

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, is soliciting quotations under solicitation number 1232SA26Q0936 for the development of Atlantic Salmon genomic breeding values to support the Northeast Aquaculture program. This action is a combined synopsis and solicitation issued in accordance with FAR Part 12, and no separate written solicitation will be released. The requirement is set aside entirely for small business concerns as defined by the North American Industry Classification System code 541380, with a size standard of $19 million in annual revenue. All responsible small businesses are eligible to respond, and submissions will be evaluated on a competitive basis without further advertising or publication. Quotations must be submitted by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on July 22, 2026, and the work will be performed in Franklin, Maine, with the contract managed from the Beltsville, Maryland office. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Jacob Toft, reachable via email at jacob.toft@usda.gov. The opportunity is publicly accessible through the SAM.gov portal, and responses must be submitted in accordance with the formatting and submission requirements specified in the RFQ. This procurement focuses on advancing genetic breeding technologies for Atlantic Salmon through genomic analysis, supporting sustainable aquaculture initiatives under the USDA’s research objectives.