High-density single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) marker panel
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Horticultural Research Lab in Fort Pierce, Florida, is seeking proposals for a high-density single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) marker panel service. This acquisition aims to support genomic selection and genome-wide association studies for Florida Pompano populations. The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a firm-fixed price purchase order. Quotations are due by July 10, 2026, at 1700 CDST.
Scope of Work
The required service involves developing a high-density SNP marker panel for genotyping Florida Pompano. Key deliverables include:
- Pooled whole genome sequencing (20x read depth) for 5 pools of 10 samples each.
- DNA extraction and whole genome sequencing.
- Development of the SNP panel by aligning sequences to a reference genome.
- Identification and selection of 30,000 – 60,000 polymorphic markers distributed across the genome.
- Inclusion of sex-determining markers and technical information on marker mapping locations and filtering.
- A validation step to assess discrepancies between the 'in silico' design and the actual panel. The final SNP panel must be delivered within 8 months after contract award.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: One (1) one-year base period, from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (NAICS 541380, Size Standard $19 Million)
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services)
- Size Standard: $19 Million
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: July 10, 2026, 1700 CDST.
- Questions Deadline: June 26, 2026, 5:00 PM CDT.
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the offer due date.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Price and Technical Acceptability, utilizing Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. The Statement of Work (SOW) is attached to the solicitation and provides detailed technical requirements.