Microbe Detectives, a metagenomic services company, announced today that it has partnered with Missouri-based River Bend Labs to advance performance of industrial and municipal wastewater systems across North America.

“River Bend Labs is a leading consultancy and nutrient products company for wastewater systems,” Microbe Detectives CEO John Tillotson said in a statement. “Our businesses and offerings are well aligned to create synergistic value, creating a compelling value proposition for customers and a new growth platform for both of our companies.”

According to a release, River Bend Labs will resell DNA analysis services to Microbe Detectives, and Microbe Detectives will provide DNA analysis services and support, during their multi-year partnership.