Long-read DNA Sequencer (Non-synthetic reads)

This Request for Proposals (RFP) is an invitation by University of Guelph (University) to prospective Respondents to submit proposals for one (1) Long-read DNA Sequencer for developing sequence-based approaches for the untargeted identification of emerging pathogens in wastewater samples This technology supports interdisciplinary work across microbiology, public health, and data science. By enabling high-throughput detailed characterization of intact nucleic acids, the long-read sequencer allows for a comprehensive analysis of complex wastewater samples, which is crucial for identifying unknown pathogens without requiring prior knowledge of specific target sequences at scale. This capability is especially important for proactive pathogen surveillance and public health safety. The project involves partnerships across Canada and the USA—including research institutions like U. Windsor, U. Waterloo, York U., U of Toronto, Bowling Green University, University of Buffalo, —providing a North American scope and helping to build research capacity by attracting and developing highly qualified personnel in this cutting-edge field. The proposed system should be capable of read lengths of at least 10kb, direct sequencing of DNA and RNA, and output of at least 1 Tb (terabase pair) of sequence data in 24 h. It is the University’s intention to enter into the agreement with one (1) legal entity. The top-ranked proponent at the conclusion of evaluation will be invited to enter into negotiations for an agreement with the University. All proposals submitted are to be in English only.
Interested respondents are to download the complete RFP documents free of charge at the University’s public purchasing portal https://uoguelph.bonfirehub.ca (the Portal). To contact the University or ask questions in relation to this RFP, proponents must register with the Portal and initiate the communication electronically through the Opportunity Q&A of the Portal. Registration is free of charge. The University will not accept any prospective proponent’s communications by any other means. Participating proponents are to submit proposals by uploading documents electronically to the Portal https://uoguelph.bonfirehub.ca . The University will not accept paper, fax or email submission. The award of the RFP will be posted at the Portal.

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