What types of agencies buy Synthetic Biology services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Synthetic Biology services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Synthetic Biology contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find Synthetic Biology contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Synthetic Biology?

Yes. Many Synthetic Biology contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Synthetic Biology government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Synthetic Biology can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

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Synthetic Biology Government Contracts

7 government contract opportunities classified as Synthetic Biology, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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6 federal contract opportunities classified as Synthetic Biology.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

CONVERGENCE SPECIAL NOTICE

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The Convergence program by DARPA focuses on developing advanced environmental microbial biosensors to detect hazards in operational environments. It integrates biology and engineering, aiming for safe deployment and regulatory approval. The program involves collaboration among synthetic biologists, environmental scient…

Posted Jul 30, 2026Due Aug 6, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541714Sol: DARPA-SN-26-108

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

Development of Light-Responsive Artificial Cells using Plant-Based Photoreceptor Systems

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeks to develop light-responsive artificial cells using plant-based photoreceptor systems. This presolicitation is for specialized scientific services, with Bioconscientia, LLC identified as the sole source due to their unique expertise. Interested parties may submit capability stateme…

Posted Jul 22, 2026Due Jul 31, 2026PresolicitationNAICS 541714No Set aside usedSol: W9132T26QA015

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

Non-Optical Methods for High Speed Protein Control

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The Department of Defense's DARPA is seeking innovative solutions for non-optical methods of high-speed protein control. This initiative aims to develop versatile molecular tools for real-time cellular control, enhancing existing synthetic biology platforms. Interested parties should respond to this special notice by t…

Posted Jul 21, 2026Due Jan 1, 2027Special NoticeNAICS 541714Sol: DARPA-SN-26-89

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY MAXIMIZING RARE EARTH ELEMENT SEPARATION WITH LANMODULIN PROTEIN USING A NOVEL DESORPTION TECHNOLOGY

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking industry partners to commercialize a novel desorption technology for maximizing rare earth element separation using Lanmodulin protein. This opportunity aims to address the growing demand for REEs and improve separation efficiency. Interested companies should submit a s…

Posted Oct 27, 2025Due Nov 28, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 325180Sol: 2025-123

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF GENOMICS AND SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY

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This opportunity is a pre-solicitation notice for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract focused on research and development in genomics and synthetic biology. The contract will be negotiated and has a five-year ordering period, managed by the USACE Engineer Research and Development Center.

Posted Oct 4, 2023Due Sep 6, 2023PresolicitationSol: W912HZ23R0030

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

SBIR OPPORTUNITY: RAPID, FLEXIBLE DE NOVO MANUFACTURING OF DNA MOLECULES FOR SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY AND THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research concepts for the rapid and flexible manufacturing of DNA molecules applicable to synthetic biology and therapeutic uses. This SBIR opportunity invites submissions that can advance the field significantly.

Posted Sep 17, 2020Due Oct 15, 2020PresolicitationSol: HR001120S0019-16

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