TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Thermostable GlowTag (YFAST)
Agency
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Location
Los Alamos, NM
New Mexico
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Special Notice
Service / NAICS
541714
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF involves technology licensing opportunity: thermostable glowtag (yfast) in Los Alamos, New Mexico. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. The response deadline was Jan 7, 2026.
Contract Description
The Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists behind this invention developed a new way to make enzymes tougher so they can survive and work well at high temperatures. They used a heat-loving microorganism called Parageobacillus thermoglucosidasius as a testing ground and created a modified version of a fluorogenic protein called YFAST that glows only when it folds correctly. The modified version called tsFAST is stable under heat and by attaching this glowing tag to other enzymes, we can quickly see which ones are working and stable just by checking if they glow. The Challenge: The enzyme engineering industry faces significant challenges, particularly in developing enzymes that can function reliably at high temperatures, which are common in industrial processes such as biofuel production,...
Timeline
Posted Date
Jan 21, 2026
Response Deadline
Jan 7, 2026
Deadline passed
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in New Mexico
- ✓You have worked with ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Jan 7, 2026.
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