AMPLICON SEQUENCING SERVICES

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is establishing a five‑year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to procure amplicon sequencing services for environmental analysis. The BPA will be a firm‑fixed‑price arrangement with a total ceiling of $250,000. Contractors must submit a price schedule and be capable of providing laboratory sequencing, data analysis, and reporting in accordance with the Statement of Work. The award will be made on a best‑value basis, emphasizing technical qualifications, past performance, and pricing. The work will be performed at the Upper Midwest Water Science Center in Lansing, Michigan, but the contractor may operate from any location that can meet the performance requirements. • BPA period: 09/17/2026 – 09/16/2031 (5 years) • Total ceiling: $250,000 (non‑exceeding) • Service: Amplicon DNA sequencing, data processing, and delivery of results • Delivery location: Upper Midwest Water Science Center, 5840 Enterprise Drive, Lansing, MI 48911‑4107 • Required qualifications: demonstrated sequencing capability, calibrated equipment, qualified staff, and relevant past performance • Submission: price schedule (Excel) and technical narrative via email by 2:30 PM ET, 09/04/2026 • Questions due: 5:00 PM ET, 08/27/2026