CRISPR-Based Genetic Test Kits for Seafood Species Identification

NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Office of Law Enforcement is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice to identify vendors that can research, develop, and field‑deploy CRISPR‑based genetic test kits for rapid species identification of imported seafood, initially focusing on shrimp and tuna with optional expansion to additional species. The effort requires completion of sequence analysis, assay design, laboratory validation, and production of field‑ready test strips; all raw data, alignment files, assay development notes, and validation results must be submitted to the NOAA/NMFS Conservation Biology Division for review. Work will be performed at the contractor’s facility over three phases (development to production) from 18 Sep 2026 to 17 Sep 2028, with optional species and additional test strips extending to 17 Sep 2030. Respondents must provide a five‑page capability statement (no standard brochures) in Adobe or Microsoft Office format by 15 Apr 2026 12 PM EDT, and questions are due by 10 Apr 2026 12 PM EDT. Submissions must not use cloud or web‑based storage links, and contractors may be required to sign an NDA; no government‑furnished resources will be provided. NAICS code 541715 applies, and the solicitation is for market research only—not a binding contract or cost proposal.

Notice ID

5174084aa038449181016114b4d84a0a

Solicitation Number

REQUIREMENTS-25-3561

NAICS Code

541715

Classification Code

N/A