Biobanking, Laboratory Analytics, and Associated Informatics Services for NIH Biorepositories

The NIH is issuing a Small Business Sources Sought Notice to gather market information on firms capable of operating, consolidating, and potentially re‑competing NIH‑funded biorepositories for FY 2028. The effort covers three core areas: (1) sample management and storage for up to 3.5 million biospecimens, (2) data curation, LIMS/database development, and secure informatics infrastructure, and (3) laboratory analytics ranging from molecular assays to high‑throughput sequencing and cell‑line generation. Respondents must demonstrate prior experience, qualified personnel, and appropriate facilities, and may propose subcontractors to fill gaps. The solicitation is purely informational; no contract will be awarded from this notice. • Targeted biorepositories include NIDA Center for Genetic Studies and NIH Brain Development Cohorts (ABCD, HBCD). • Required capabilities: temperature‑controlled storage, chain‑of‑custody, CAP‑accredited biorepository practices, SOP development, relational LIMS, data harmonization, and secure web portal/APIs. • Laboratory services: DNA/RNA extraction, iPSC generation, CRISPR, mass‑spec, high‑throughput sequencing, CLIA‑certified assays. • Informatics: web portal development, micro‑services, PostgreSQL, FISMA‑level security, ATO maintenance, homomorphic encryption, API integration. • Mandatory submission of a capability statement by 1 p.m. EST, Oct 20 2026; primary contact Shaun Rostad (NIH).