Sole Source-Genotyping Tropical Derived Corn Lines

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationActive

Key Takeaways

  • Full and open competition - all businesses eligible to bid
  • Work to be performed in Atlanta, GA
  • Industry: Testing Laboratories and Services

Contract Details

Notice ID
12444726Q0077
Opportunity Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Sub-Agency
FOREST SERVICE
Office
USDA-FS, CSA EAST 8
Posted Date
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, September 14, 2026
PSC Code
B599
Set-Aside
Full & Open Competition
Place of Performance
Atlanta, GA, 303092449
Status
Active

Description

The USDA intends to award a sole?source, firm?fixed?price contract to Mol Breeding Biotechnology LLC for targeted sequencing and genotyping of tropical?derived corn lines under the Germplasm Enhancement of Maize (GEM) Project. The requirement includes probe?in?solution target enrichment, kernel chipping, DNA extraction, advanced library preparation, high?quality sequencing, and comprehensive bioinformatics analysis using proprietary, validated SNP panels (~45,000 primary SNPs and ~10,000 secondary SNPs). These panels are essential for maintaining continuity with existing GEM datasets and can only be provided through MOLBREEDING BIOTECHNOLOGY LLCs specialized workflows. Due to the unique technical tools, germplasm?validated markers, and integrated sequencing?to?analysis processes required,

Why This Opportunity Matters

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for testing laboratories and services in Atlanta, GA.