SOURCES SOUGHT: AMPHORA Microorganisms
ID: NB644010-25-00792 Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)

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https://sam.gov/opp/66b0466450c84c0ca820636138c17fed/view
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    The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking sources for viable microorganisms to support the DARPA AMPHORA program's Independent Validation and Verification (IV&V) process. The procurement specifically requires various bacteria, fungi, and viruses, with a stipulation that any animal or plant pathogens must originate from the United States, and contractors must allow NIST to distribute these microorganisms to third-party teams involved in the program. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the integrity and reliability of the AMPHORA program's research and development efforts in biotechnology. Interested businesses are encouraged to respond with their capabilities, including business size classifications and relevant certifications, by submitting their information in a specified format, with a Request for Quotation expected in FY2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Sadaf Afkhami at Sadaf.Afkhami@nist.gov or by phone at 301-975-3976.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sadaf Afkhami
    (301) 975-3976
    Sadaf.Afkhami@nist.gov
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    Sources Sought DARPA AMPHORA Strains (002).pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a Sources Sought Notice for the provision of microorganisms for the DARPA AMPHORA program's Independent Validation and Verification (IV&V) process. This document details the need for viable samples of various bacteria, fungi, and viruses, emphasizing that any animal or plant pathogens must originate from the U.S. Additionally, contractors must grant NIST permissions to distribute these microorganisms to third-party teams involved in AMPHORA program activities. NIST seeks responses from all businesses capable of supplying these microorganisms within six months of potential contract award. The call for information includes specifics such as availability, U.S. origin confirmation for pathogens, and capability descriptions. The notice also outlines the expected procurement timeline, with a Request for Quotation anticipated in FY2025. The purpose of this notice is to gather information to inform market research and potentially lead to a competitive procurement. Contractors are encouraged to respond with detailed capabilities, including business size classifications and any relevant certifications or contract vehicles. Responses are limited to 20 pages and must be submitted in a specified format.
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