Summary

This is a Notice of Proposed Sole Source Purchase issued by the Mississippi Forensics Laboratory (MSFL) for Bode Arrestee Buccal DNA Collector Kits (Sole Source #3150006582). The MSFL seeks to procure 100 kits for collection of DNA samples from convicted felons. Each kit contains one Bode Buccal DNA Collector, one Mississippi outer envelope (blue), one transport pouch with desiccant and custom printing, one Mississippi kit/collection instructions document, two pairs of vinyl gloves, and one integrity seal. The vendor will also provide shipping and handling services. No bidders' meetings, site visits, or specific award dates are mentioned in the document. The term of the contract and any renewal options are not specified.

The estimated total cost for this procurement is $41,300.00, comprising $40,300.00 for the 100 kits at $403.00 per kit and $700–$1,000 for shipping and handling. The MSFL justifies the sole source procurement based on the proprietary nature of the Bode Buccal DNA Collector (patent #6840911), which is manufactured and distributed exclusively by Bode Cellmark Forensics in the United States. Bode Cellmark Forensics has provided a bulk quote with a discounted rate compared to standard pricing. Objections to the sole source justification must be submitted by Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 pm local time to Sonya Williams or Britney Wesley in the Procurement Department. The MSFL bears the burden of proving that only one source can provide the required commodity.