Combined Synopsis Solicitation-Long Sequencing kit
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the Office of the Director, Office of Acquisitions, is seeking proposals for Long Sequencing kits. This is a competitive combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to support neurodegenerative disease research at the Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (CARD). The Government intends to award a firm fixed-price contract. Proposals are due June 26, 2026, by 2 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This acquisition aims to procure Long Sequencing kits, including:
- PromethION Flow Cells Packs DNA (QTY 65)
- Ligation Sequencing Kit XL V14 (QTY 6)
- Sequencing Auxiliary Vials XL (QTY 6)
These items are required to identify causative genes and investigate Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA) and amnestic Alzheimer's Disease. Specific salient characteristics, such as reaction counts, starting material requirements, and compatibility with Nanopore PromethION 48 sequencers, are detailed in the solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Contract
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition)
- NAICS Code: 541713
- Small Business Size Standard: Other than small
- Submission Deadline: June 26, 2026, 2 PM EST
- Published Date: June 16, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value to the Government. Evaluation factors include Price, Technical capability, Past performance, and Delivery schedule. Additional considerations may encompass warranty, lifecycle cost, maintenance availability, and environmental or energy efficiency.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov and include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items. The solicitation number is 75N98026Q00640/PCA-NIA-01344. The primary point of contact is JOHN R JOHNSON, reachable at johnsonjr@mail.nih.gov.