Biobanking, Laboratory Analytics, and Associated Informatics Services for NIH Biorepositories
NIH seeks capability statements from qualified small businesses to provide biobanking, laboratory analytics, and associated informatics services supporting NIH biorepositories, including the NIDA Center for Genetic Studies, NBDC Biobank, ABCD Study, and HBCD Study. The scope covers secure storage and management of at least 3,500,000 biospecimens, chain-of-custody, sample distribution, collection kits and training, SOPs, LIMS/relational databases, data harmonization, and transfers to controlled-access repositories. Required laboratory capabilities include molecular biology, quality control, CLIA status, high-throughput genomics/sequencing, proteomics/metabolomics, iPSC/neural stem cell generation, CRISPR editing, and FFPE tissue analysis. Informatics requirements include web portal development/maintenance, APIs, FISMA/NIH-compliant ATO security, interoperable data exchange, and advanced capabilities such as homomorphic encryption and distributed learning. Respondents must demonstrate relevant experience, personnel, facilities, and ability to collaborate with NIH Data Centers and study teams; this notice is for market research only, no award will result, and the applicable NAICS is 541714 with an SBA size standard of 1,000 employees or fewer.