Automated Genotyping & Genetic Monitoring Services
ID: SS-NIH-7077027Type: Special Notice
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHBethesda, MD, 20892, US

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Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

MEDICAL- LABORATORY TESTING (Q301)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6de85764802a4b199ff3e339c7970866/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price purchase order to Transnetyx, Inc. for Automated Genotyping and Genetic Monitoring Services on a sole source basis. The procurement aims to secure DNA extraction and multi-gene analysis services for rodent tissue samples, along with genetic monitoring services, utilizing Transnetyx's unique online bioinformatics database that interfaces directly with the existing Government database, Softmouse. This integration is crucial for eliminating transcription errors and streamlining processes for vivarium staff, with all analyses required to be completed within 72 hours of sample receipt. Interested parties that believe they can meet these requirements may submit a capability statement by emailing Zetherine Gore at zetherine.gore@nih.gov, with a deadline of 12 p.m. EST on September 24, 2024, referencing notice ID #SS-NIH-7077027.

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