Purchase Order 15JA1626P00000047

The U.S. Attorney's Offices awarded a $20,864.30 purchase order to Signature Science LLC, an Austin, Texas-based scientific and technical services firm, for expert witness services on a time and materials basis. The contract, which was not set-aside for small businesses, is scheduled for completion by October 31, 2027. Signature Science LLC, a subsidiary of the nonprofit Southwest Research Institute, specializes in forensic science and expert witness services, with a demonstrated track record of providing DNA analysis and forensic testimony to federal litigation efforts through similar engagements.

This award reflects Signature Science LLC's established expertise in supporting complex litigation matters. The company maintains substantial federal contracting infrastructure, including a $999.99 trillion OASIS+ Unrestricted Multiple Agency Contract through the General Services Administration, a $3 million Basic Ordering Agreement with the National Institute of Standards and Technology for AI safety evaluation, and an $11.777 million Other Transaction award from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. The company's consistent federal contract performance in expert witness services, typically structured as time and materials purchase orders ranging from $2,630 to $121,429.30, positions it as a qualified provider for specialized forensic and scientific testimony in support of prosecutorial efforts.