Developing Sugarcane Marker Panel Assay

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1232SA26Q0668 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to develop and design a mid-density Single Nucleotide Polymorphic (SNP) marker panel assay (5000 SNPs) for sugarcane genomic research. Update an existing custom-made sugarcane SNP panel developed by USDA, ARS, SEA, Sugarcane Research Unit, Houma, LA in strict accordance as outlined in attached Statement of Work (SOW). This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 541715 The small business size standard is 1,000 employees. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.