Southwest Fisheries Science Center DNA Genotyping Services

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking DNA genotyping services to produce high-resolution Genetic Stock Identification (GSI) of Atlantic green and loggerhead turtles. The contract is expected to have a period of performance of one base year and four option years, with a total period of performance of 2026-2031. The purpose of this service is to generate data for a backlog of samples at NOAA's Southwest Fisheries Science Center (SWFSC) Marine Mammal and Turtle Division (MMTD) in order to achieve current science and management objectives identified under the NMFS protected species Sock Assessment Improvement Plan (SAIP). Some key points to consider: * The contract is for a firm fixed price purchase order * The University of Georgia is the intended sole source vendor * The contract has a period of performance of one base year and four option years * The purpose of the service is to generate data for a backlog of samples at NOAA's SWFSC MMTD * The contract is expected to support current science and management objectives identified under the NMFS protected species Sock Assessment Improvement Plan (SAIP)