Sequencing the Transcriptomes for 420 Cotton RNA Samples
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 1232SA25Q0609
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541714 Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
- Place of performance
- New Orleans, Louisiana 70124, United States
- Points of contact
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- Lynn Hults lynn.hults@usda.gov (912) 464-9723
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The USDA Agricultural Research Service is seeking transcriptome sequencing services for 420 cotton RNA samples through solicitation number 1232SA25Q0609. The procurement requires comprehensive RNA processing including quality assessment, polyA-enriched stranded mRNA library preparation, and next-generation sequencing using platforms such as Illumina 2000 or NovaSeq to generate 6 Gb of paired-end 150 sequence data per sample. Vendors must demonstrate technical expertise in biotechnology research and development services under NAICS code 541714, with quotes requiring detailed technical specifications and pricing breakdowns that address all Statement of Work requirements. The contract will be evaluated using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering both technical acceptance and competitive pricing in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3). The solicitation was posted on August 14, 2025, with quotes due by August 29, 2025, and questions regarding the final submission date referenced July 29, 2025.
This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors, though it targets small businesses with up to 1,000 employees based on the associated size standard. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation materials. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the government anticipates awarding a Firm Fixed Price contract for the 420 RNA samples requiring processing and delivery within 30 business days of sample receipt. The work will be performed in connection with the USDA ARS Center for Food and Biotechnology Research located at 1100 Allen Toussaint Boulevard in New Orleans, Louisiana. A potential site visit may be scheduled if needed, with interested vendors required to contact Lynn Hults at lynn.hults@usda.gov for approval to attend.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Questions and Answers:
Q1: Can you please provide clarification on what specific type of library is desired? E.g. polyA enrichment stranded mRNA library, ribodepletion stranded total RNA library, or something else?
A1: For library preparation, the polyA-enriched stranded mRNA library.
Q2: Anything additional needed?
A2: Make sure to include pricing for the quality control services.
This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA25Q0609 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-03. The associated NAICS code is 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)) with a small business size standard of 1,000 Employees.
USDA, ARS, CFBR
1100 Allen Toussaint BLVD
New Orleans, LA 70124
Is looking for procurement of the Sequencing the Transcriptomes of 420 Cotton RNA Samples which fits with the associated Statement of Work / Specifications.
A site visit is scheduled for To Be Determined (if needed). Vendors interested in attending the site visit must notify Lynn Hults at lynn.hults@usda.gov by To Be Determined (if needed) to be added to the approved list.
The Government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract.
Each quote must show a breakdown giving price of each element, provide descriptive literature or information showing that the quoted services meet all parts of the Statement of Work.
Vendors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-2. The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose quote conforms to the RFQ and specifications using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) considering two major areas: technical acceptance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a technical and price evaluation (LPTA) in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3). Submission of quote shall include the following: (1) Technical Specifications and (2) Price (to include shipping).
The Technical aspects will be evaluated based on the ability to meet the minimum standards in the Statement of Work (SOW). The Quotations will be evaluated started at the lowest price first. If the lowest is not acceptable then the next lowest will be evaluated.
Technically Acceptable; Quote clearly meets the minimum requirements of the SOW.
Technically Unacceptable; Quote does not meet the minimum requirements of the SOW.
Electronic submissions are preferred. Please email all quotes to lynn.hults@usda.gov.
NO LATE QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
INSPECTON AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS: Supplies will be inspected by requiring office's technical representative and accepted at destination.
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) provisions and clauses that apply to this acquisition are in the attached document titled Service Provisions 1158145.
To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A UEI (Unique Entity ID) number is required in order to register. All invoices shall be submitted and paid electronically.
Quotes must be received no later than Friday August 29, 2025 by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time.
Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation are due no later than Tuesday August 26, 2025, by 3:00 PM CST. Answers to any questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation.
Update #1 ·
This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA25Q0609 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-03. The associated NAICS code is 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)) with a small business size standard of 1,000 Employees.
USDA, ARS, CFBR
1100 Allen Toussaint BLVD
New Orleans, LA 70124
Is looking for procurement of the Sequencing the Transcriptomes of 420 Cotton RNA Samples which fits with the associated Statement of Work / Specifications.
A site visit is scheduled for To Be Determined (if needed). Vendors interested in attending the site visit must notify Lynn Hults at lynn.hults@usda.gov by To Be Determined (if needed) to be added to the approved list.
The Government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract.
Each quote must show a breakdown giving price of each element, provide descriptive literature or information showing that the quoted services meet all parts of the Statement of Work.
Vendors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-2. The Government anticipates award of a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible quoter whose quote conforms to the RFQ and specifications using Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) to the Government in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3) considering two major areas: technical acceptance and price. Quotes will be evaluated by performing a technical and price evaluation (LPTA) in accordance with FAR 13.106-2(b)(3). Submission of quote shall include the following: (1) Technical Specifications and (2) Price (to include shipping).
The Technical aspects will be evaluated based on the ability to meet the minimum standards in the Statement of Work (SOW). The Quotations will be evaluated started at the lowest price first. If the lowest is not acceptable then the next lowest will be evaluated.
Technically Acceptable; Quote clearly meets the minimum requirements of the SOW.
Technically Unacceptable; Quote does not meet the minimum requirements of the SOW.
Electronic submissions are preferred. Please email all quotes to lynn.hults@usda.gov.
NO LATE QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
INSPECTON AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS: Supplies will be inspected by requiring office's technical representative and accepted at destination.
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) provisions and clauses that apply to this acquisition are in the attached document titled Service Provisions 1158145.
To be eligible for an award, all contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). A contractor can contact SAM by calling 1-866-606-8220 or e-mail at www.sam.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS. A UEI (Unique Entity ID) number is required in order to register. All invoices shall be submitted and paid electronically.
Quotes must be received no later than Friday August 29, 2025 by 4:00 PM Central Standard Time.
Questions regarding this combined synopsis/solicitation are due no later than Tuesday August 26, 2025, by 3:00 PM CST. Answers to any questions received by that time will be posted as an amendment to this combined synopsis/solicitation.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Wage Rates.pdf | ||
| Statement of Work-420 Cotton RNA sequencing.docx | DOCX document | |
| Service Provisions 1158145.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sequencing the Transcriptomes for 420 Cotton RNA Samples | Award Notice | |
| Sequencing the Transcriptomes for 420 Cotton RNA Samples | Solicitation |
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