AJ12--RNA Sequencing

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 36C26026Q0384 updates the Line Items.

• Line items 1003, 2003, and 3003 have been removed.

• Refer to page A.1 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE for detailed information regarding the updated line items.

• PRICE/COST SCHEDULE (Page A.1)

• The amendment does not explicitly state a change to the proposal deadline or submission requirements, but bidders should review the updated line items and ensure their offers reflect these changes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for RNA Sequencing services. The government is procuring these services to support research or operational needs.

• The specific requirements for RNA Sequencing are detailed in the attached document "S02 RFQ 36C26026Q0384 0001 Update CLINS."

• Product Service Code: AJ12

• NAICS Code: 541715

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Portland VA Medical Center, 3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland OR 97239.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: 04-07-2026 1PM MOUNTAIN TIME, DENVER, USA.

• This opportunity is set aside for the Small Business Administration (SBA).

• The contracting office is Network Contracting Office 20, located in Vancouver, WA (ZIP Code 98661).

• The Contracting Officer is Nazanin Kreiner (nazanin.kreiner@va.gov, (208) 429-2033).

• The document references an attachment for updated CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for RNA Sequencing services. The specific details of the requirement are provided in the attached document "S02 RFQ 36C26026Q0384 RNA Sequencing."

• The core requirement is for RNA Sequencing services.

• Further details are expected within the attached document.

• Not specified in the provided metadata.

• Response Date/Time/Zone: April 10, 2026, 1:00 PM Mountain Time, Denver, USA.

• The full details regarding proposal submission and evaluation criteria are likely within the attached document.

• Set-Aside: SBA (Small Business Administration)

• Solicitation Number: 36C26026Q0384

• NAICS Code: 541715

• Product Service Code: AJ12

• Contracting Office: Network Contracting Office 20, Vancouver, WA 98661.

• Point of Contact: Nazanin Kreiner (nazanin.kreiner@va.gov)

• Place of Performance: Department of Veterans Affairs, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR 97239.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Transcriptomic (RNA) and epigenomic (ATAC) sequencing services. The research aims to understand mechanisms underpinning cachexia, particularly in veterans susceptible to sepsis, by generating transcriptomic and epigenomic profiles of samples.

• Transcriptomic (RNA) and epigenomic (ATAC) sequencing of 10-100 samples per year.

• Services include optional RNA isolation, quality control, library preparation, sequencing, and analysis.

• Samples are temperature-sensitive and perishable; vendor must provide courier service for pickup.

• The facility performing sequencing should be located near Portland, OR.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Base period from 05/01/2026 to 04/30/2027, with four option years extending through 04/30/2031.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but funding is mentioned as listed in the IGCE.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: April 7, 2026, by 1:00 PM MDT.

• Questions Deadline: March 31, 2026, by 1:00 PM MDT.

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical or Quality, and Past Performance.

• Award will be made to a single, responsible, and responsive offeror with the lowest price that meets requirements.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and VAAR provisions related to contract terms, conditions, evaluation, and representations and certifications.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).