RNA and MiRNA sequencing

This notice seeks RNA and miRNA sequencing services to support research being conducted by the Birmingham VA Medical Center. The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 requires total RNA and miRNA sequencing, quality control analysis, library preparation, and sequencing services with a one-month performance period beginning upon award. Responses to this sources sought notice are due by December 1, 2023 at 4:30 pm EST and shall include a capabilities statement.

If a solicitation is issued for this requirement, it will first be set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses if two or more eligible offers are reasonably expected, otherwise it may be set aside for veteran-owned small businesses, in accordance with the Veterans First Contracting Program. The main NAICS code for this requirement is 541715 and the predominant PSC code is R425. No incumbent is named and no budget range or quantity is specified, though the period of performance is one month beginning at time of award.