Animal Nucleic Acid Sequencing and Genotyping Services with PacBio High Throughput Analysis

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This tender, originating from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) through its Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), specifically the ICAR-National Research Centre on Yak located in Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh, concerns the procurement of advanced Nucleic Acid Sequencing and Genotyping Services. The bid number is GEM/2026/B/7935873, with bids open from 19th August 2026 at 2:42 PM until 1st September 2026 at 10:00 AM. The service required focuses on DNA sequencing of animal nucleic acids, specifically DNA or RNA extracted from whole blood, with sample collection to be undertaken by the service provider. The key technical requirement specifies the use of PacBio technology with a minimum of 99% or higher accuracy, demanding 50x high-throughput raw data and including primary analysis and secondary analysis capabilities. This procurement falls under the purview of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.