J--AMPLICON SEQUENCING SERVICES
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Upper Midwest Water Science Center (UMid-WSC) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Amplicon Sequencing Services. The Michigan Bacteriological Research Laboratory (MI-BaRL) requires an experienced next-generation sequencing provider to support its microbiology research. This is not a solicitation. Responses are due by June 19, 2026, at 2:30 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The MI-BaRL conducts state-of-the-art microbiology research in association with the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the USGS Environmental Health Program, and the Cooperative Water Program. The center needs a provider capable of producing consistent, quality, cutting-edge sequencing data to continue its scientific endeavors.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Special Notice (Market Research)
- Product Service Code: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 2:30 PM MST
- Published: June 4, 2026
Evaluation
Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government.
Additional Notes
This is NOT a Request for Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), or Invitation for Bid (IFB). All costs associated with providing information are the responsibility of the submitter. Any future solicitation will be posted separately on SAM.gov.