Maize DNA Extraction and Sequencing

The opportunity involves providing DNA extraction and sequencing services for 384 maize leaf samples. The contractor will be required to provide both raw sequencing data and processed genotype data in VCF format. The sequencing methodology should be capable of sequencing fragmented genomic regions. The contractor will also be required to deliver the data on a hard disk. The estimated genome size of maize is 2.4 Gb, and the approximate date for shipping the freeze-dried leaf tissue is 07/10/2026. The amount of leaf tissue per sample that can be submitted is 0.1 gram per sample. The key aspects of this opportunity include: • DNA extraction and sequencing of 384 maize leaf samples • Providing raw sequencing data and processed genotype data in VCF format • Delivering the data on a hard disk • Sequencing methodology capable of sequencing fragmented genomic regions • Estimated genome size of maize is 2.4 Gb • Approximate date for shipping the freeze-dried leaf tissue is 07/10/2026 • Amount of leaf tissue per sample that can be submitted is 0.1 gram per sample