Kapa Baits for metagenomic sequencing

The purpose of this requirement is to procure myBaits Custom 480K hybridization capture reagents equivalent to sixty-four (64) enrichment reactions to support targeted metagenomic sequencing for the detection and identification of arthropod contaminants in food products. The procurement is for reagents only, as sequencing equipment and laboratory instrumentation are already available. • The required reagents are myBaits Custom hybridization capture reagents equivalent to sixty-four (64) enrichment reactions. • The reagents will be used for targeted metagenomic DNA sequencing to detect and identify arthropod contaminants in food products. • The procurement is being conducted in accordance with FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. • Interested parties that believe they can provide an equivalent product meeting the Government’s technical requirements may submit capability statements.