Newt genome and annotation
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 140G0325Q0126
- Agency
- Office of Acquisitions and Grants US Geological Survey, Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541380 Testing Laboratories and Services
- Points of contact
-
- Yangzhi Deng yangzhideng@usgs.gov (916) 278-9326
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of performing PacBio genome annotation for the rough-skinned newt (Taricha granulosa). This pre-solicitation notice seeks businesses with advanced genomic research capabilities to complete a comprehensive genome assembly and annotation project. The project requires using multiple sequencing technologies including PacBio, Oxford Nanopore, and Illumina to develop a high-quality reference genome meeting Vertebrate Genome Project standards. Interested businesses must submit electronic capability statements to yangzhideng@usgs.gov by May 23, 2025, at 12:00 PST, utilizing the Testing Laboratory NAICS code 541380. Evaluation will likely focus on technical expertise in genome assembly, ability to meet precise technical specifications, and demonstrated experience with complex genomic research.
The contract is not set aside for any specific business category and is open to all responsible sources. The project is scheduled for performance from June 2025 to February 2026, with a final genome and annotation to be uploaded to NCBI by February 2026 and made publicly available by February 2027. Technical requirements include achieving a contig N50 of 1 million base pairs, scaffold N50 of 10 Mb, and 90% chromosome assembly. While no specific award value is mentioned, the NAICS size standard is $16.5 million, suggesting potential for a substantial contract. The solicitation number is 140G0325Q0126, and the project will be awarded through the Department of the Interior US Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants, using Product Service Code B516 for Special Studies/Analysis in Animal/Fisheries research.
Notice text
Genomic Annotation of Rough-skinned Newt
The US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing PacBio genome annotation of the rough-skinned newt, Taricha granulosa as described in the attached statement of work.
This sources sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 541380, Testing Laboratory, and associated size standard $16.5 million apply to this announcement, along with Product Service Code: B516, Special Studies/Analysis, Animal/Fisheries.
All responsible sources may submit a capability statement detailing the ability to meet the statement of work included with this announcement.
Responses to this announcement shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to yangzhideng@usgs.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 5/23/2025 at 1200 PST. Proposals submitted by hardcopy or any web portal shall not be accepted or considered.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SOW_genome_annotation_1.doc | DOC document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Newt genome and annotation | Solicitation | |
| Newt genome and annotation | Pre-Solicitation |
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