Intent to Sole Source- HiFi PacBio Library Prep and Sequencing

This state and local contracting opportunity involves a sole source procurement by the University of Washington to engage Cantata Bio for chromosome-scale, haplotype-resolved de novo genome assembly for the European green crab (Carcinus maenas). The contract will be administered across multiple jurisdictions in Washington state, including several counties and cities. Cantata Bio is the only commercial entity offering this specialized service and holds the patent for the required Omni-C approach. The contract period will be approximately 9 months, from September 18, 2024 to March 30, 2025, with a total estimated value of $59,500. Offerors are required to submit capability statements within 5 working days of the announcement. In the absence of other qualified sources, the University intends to make a sole source award to Cantata Bio.

The contract opportunity does not appear to include any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and there are no details provided on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total contract value is estimated at $59,500, but no additional budget information or funding sources are specified.