Genomics Information Management System (GIMS) License Renewal and Support

The Food and Drug Administration's Office of Acquisition and Grant Services is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify small businesses capable of renewing Scientific Laboratory Information Management System (SLIMS) licenses for the Genomics Information Management System (GIMS). This system supports FDA's Whole Genome Sequencing Program used for genomic data collection and analysis related to food safety. The procurement seeks small businesses that can provide brand name or equal SLIMS software licenses along with engineering integration support, including cloud and onsite configurations, microbial regulatory environments, workflow management, and compliance tracking capabilities. The system must support browser-based access, integrate with existing FDA systems, and maintain IT security compliance. Interested parties must submit their responses by 4:00 PM ET on August 27, 2025, via email to the designated contracting officer, Min Jie Zeng.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designation and is open to all qualified small businesses. The specific requirements include 15 Named User SLIMS licenses and 3 Extra Server licenses, with all tasks to be performed at the FDA Harvey Wiley Building in College Park, Maryland. The period of performance spans one year from September 30, 2025, to September 29, 2026. The RFI does not specify potential incumbents or provide budget ranges, as this is strictly a market research exercise. The FDA has emphasized that this RFI is for information gathering purposes only and does not guarantee that a subsequent solicitation will be issued or that any contract will be awarded. The opportunity falls under NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and PSC code 7A21 (IT and Telecom - Business Application Software Perpetual License Software).