POP-4 Polymer, for 3500/SeqStudio Flex, 384 samples and 5 more items

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has awarded contract C7BC50 valued at $9,544.03 for the procurement of laboratory consumables and equipment accessories. The contract was awarded on July 28, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027. The award encompasses seven distinct line items totaling supplies necessary for genetic sequencing and electrophoresis operations, including POP-4 Polymer for use with 3500/SeqStudio Flex sequencing equipment (21 units), anode and cathode buffer containers (4 units each), MicroAmp 8-tube strips at 0.2 milliliter capacity (4 units), conditioning reagent (16 units), ice (1 unit), and associated handling and shipping services (1 unit).

The procured items are consistent with forensic DNA analysis laboratory operations, as evidenced by the specification of Applied Biosystems equipment and reagents commonly utilized in criminal investigations and genetic identification procedures. The contract's award to a prime contractor reflects the Department of Law Enforcement's requirement to maintain operational capability in specialized analytical laboratory functions. The prime contractor information and specific place of performance details are not provided in the available contract documentation.