Othram Inc., a self-certified small disadvantaged business, was awarded a $475,000 Federal Supply Schedule contract by the GSA Federal Acquisition Service for a five-year period from September 2022 to September 2027. This multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract enables Othram to provide a full range of forensic DNA testing, genome sequencing, genealogical research, training, and expert witness services to various federal agencies. Additionally, Othram holds a $1 million single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement with the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs for the same period, allowing the agency to quickly access Othram's specialized forensic and investigative genetic genealogy capabilities. Othram has also received numerous task orders from government entities such as the Department of the Army, Department of Justice, and Department of the Air Force for services including DNA analysis, genetic profiling, and evidence digitization to support criminal investigations, particularly those involving missing and murdered individuals.
The scope of the contracted products and services includes forensic DNA extraction and testing, genome sequencing, records research, training, and expert witness testimony. Pricing for these services is outlined in the provided federal supply schedule price list, with DNA extraction ranging from $477 to over $1,000 and genome sequencing from $2,300 to over $5,000. Othram also provides access to its DNASolves database and tools to aid investigations, as well as training courses on evidence handling and new forensic technologies for law enforcement personnel.
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