Description
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking a contractor to provide Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) services to support clinical and research activities related to bone marrow failure syndromes. The contractor will be required to perform laboratory testing services, including automated extraction of DNA and RNA, and provide sequencing analysis and reporting. The contractor must maintain current CLIA certification and provide reasonable logistical support associated with specimen shipment, receipt, and coordination. The period of performance is from 06/01/2026 to 05/31/2027.
• The contractor must propose sequencing panels and methodologies capable of meeting the requirements identified in the solicitation.
• The contractor must provide materials necessary for specimen shipment and transport, including shipping labels and specimen transport materials.
• The contractor must maintain appropriate safeguards for protection of patient-sensitive information in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• The contractor must provide reports that identify detected clinically relevant mutations and provide sequencing analysis and reporting sufficient to support ongoing clinical and research activities.