High-Density Single Nucleotide Polymorphism Genotyping for Porcine
ID: 12639524Q0287Type: Solicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

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Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f45f3218a49a41cd9d8e3b3aa6731183/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is soliciting quotes for high-density Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) genotyping services for feral swine, utilizing an Illumina Beadchip array or equivalent. The contract, which is a firm fixed-price agreement for one year, aims to support the ongoing management of the National Feral Swine Damage Management Program, requiring a minimum of 60,000 autosomal loci per genotype assessment along with various sample extractions. This procurement is crucial for generating data that will contribute to the government's genetic archive efforts, which are vital for wildlife management and research. Proposals must be submitted to Samantha Johnson by September 18, 2024, and should include signed documentation, pricing schedules, and representations regarding the offered products.

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    Samantha Johnson
    (612) 322-4956
    samantha.johnson3@usda.gov
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    The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking quotes for high-density Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) genotyping services for feral swine using an Illumina Beadchip array or equivalent. The contract is a firm fixed-price agreement for one year aimed at supporting the ongoing management of the National Feral Swine Damage Management Program. The government requires a minimum of 60,000 autosomal loci per genotype assessment, along with various sample extractions. Quoters must submit proposals to Samantha Johnson by September 18, 2024, with no specific format required. This unrestricted solicitation outlines that the quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance in accordance with Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The complete quote must include signed documentation, pricing schedules, and representations regarding the offered products. Additionally, the document incorporates applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, and contractors must ensure compliance with various regulations, including those related to small businesses and contractor ethics. The successful contractor will serve a vital role in data generation for the government's ongoing genetic archive endeavors, ensuring the continuity of information vital for wildlife management and research.
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