Proximity Ligation Library Preparation and Sequencing for Logan, UT
ID: 12905B24Q0023Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS PWA AAO ACQ/PER PROPALBANY, CA, 94710, USA

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- SCIENTIFIC DATA (B529)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f70749569d354462b28abe03cf162f66/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notice for the procurement of Proximity Ligation Library Preparation and Sequencing services in Logan, UT. This service is typically used for scientific data analysis and special studies. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and the place of performance is in Logan, UT. The primary contact for this procurement is Brian Fien, who can be reached at brian.fien@usda.gov or 5105596431. The deadline for submitting offers is 01/20/2024 at 12:00pm PST.

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    Brian Fien
    (510) 559-6431
    brian.fien@usda.gov
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