Sequencing reagents and flow cells

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued a Special Notice for procuring sequencing reagents and flow cells through the NASA/NSSC (NASA Shared Services Center). The notice indicates a potential sole source contract with Illumina, Inc. for specialized scientific materials supporting the GeneLab project. NASA plans to use Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) authority to potentially award this contract. The opportunity is classified under NAICS Code 334516 for commercial items and services, specifically in the Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing category. The procurement will be managed by NASA, with performance located at NASA Ames Research Center.

Contractors interested in this opportunity must submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 21, 2025. The government will evaluate submissions to determine whether to conduct the procurement competitively, with the final competitive decision remaining at their discretion. The Statement of Work details requirements for RNA sequencing reagents compatible with specific Illumina systems, including NovaSeq 6000, NextSeq 100, and iSeq 100. The GeneLab project aims to increase the utility of omics data from biological spaceflight experiments by maintaining an open-access repository and generating additional data from unused spaceflight materials. Specific requirements include various reagent kits for sequencing samples from human, mouse, and rat tissues, with partial delivery according to an agreed shipping schedule beginning 15 days after contract award.