Reagent Adapters Supplies

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Reagent Adapters Supplies. The RFI seeks information to determine if commercial items exist that can provide the required capabilities for consumables to be used with the Bacterial Disease Branch's Illumina whole genome sequencers at WRAIR. The key requirements include providing a set of 384 full length Y adapter Unique Dual Indexes (UDIs) designed to mitigate index-hopping errors, the ability to provide up to 1536 unique indexes, predesigned GC-balanced and color-balanced adapter sequences, GMP ISO 13485 grade manufacturing practices, and a state-of-the-art synthesis and purification process. Respondents are requested to submit a capabilities statement adhering to the specified format by 10:00 AM ET on April 2, 2024. This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.

This opportunity is not set-aside. The main NAICS code is likely 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and the PSC code is likely 6515 (Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies). There is no information provided about potential incumbents or current contractors. The value or budget range for this procurement is also not specified. The key numerical details provided are the requirement for 384 full length Y adapter Unique Dual Indexes (UDIs) and the ability to provide up to 1536 unique indexes.