Sequencing of RNA Samples - RFQ
ID: 12505B24Q0357Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS MWA AAO ACQ/PER PROPPEORIA, IL, 61604, USA

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- SCIENTIFIC DATA (B529)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2a130dd2f40349c690133573b722e745/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, is soliciting proposals for the sequencing of RNA samples as outlined in Request for Quote (RFQ) number 12505B24Q0357. The procurement aims to obtain sequencing services for 33 RNA samples derived from extracellular vesicles related to piglet gastrointestinal health, which includes RNA quality testing, library preparation, and the generation of sequencing data, with deliverables such as quality reports and FASTQ files to be completed within 300 days post-award. This initiative is crucial for advancing agricultural research through specialized scientific services, and the contract will be awarded based on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation approach. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by September 16, 2024, to Aaron Dimeo at aaron.dimeo@usda.gov, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

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    Aaron Dimeo
    aaron.dimeo@usda.gov
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    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered 12505B24Q0357 for sequencing small RNA samples derived from extracellular vesicles, focusing on 33 samples associated with piglet gastrointestinal health. The services sought involve performing RNA quality testing, library preparation, and generating sequencing data, with specific deliverables including quality reports and FASTQ files, to be completed within 300 days of award during the period from September 21, 2024, to July 18, 2025. Bids should comply with federal regulations, including the FAR/AGAR clauses, and be submitted electronically by September 16, 2024. The evaluation criteria for contractor selection will follow a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, with the Government focused on ensuring adherence to technical requirements specified in the Statement of Work (SOW). The document outlines compliance requirements related to the Service Contract Act regarding minimum wage and fringe benefits for applicable occupations and emphasizes the necessity of active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Overall, this RFP represents USDA's commitment to advancing agricultural research through specialized scientific services.
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