1711-25-R-IFBD-00011-V03

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is soliciting bids for Customized Testing and Reporting Services for the Mississippi Forensic Laboratory through Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 3160007282. The procurement covers comprehensive DNA testing services, including DNA extraction, quantification, typing, and specialized analyses such as SNP and Forensic Genealogy (FGG) testing. The project involves processing approximately 2,164 samples, predominantly consisting of seized drugs, with a requirement that all testing be performed in-house by a forensic laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 standards and following FBI Quality Assurance guidelines. Bidders must provide detailed per-service pricing for various DNA testing methodologies, including Auto STR, Y-STR, mitochondrial DNA, and database upload services. The bid is due on April 24, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. CST, with an anticipated contract start date of June 11, 2025. The initial contract term is 12 months, with potential for up to four one-year renewals, creating a possible total contract duration of four years. Evaluation criteria include a mandatory submission of three references, with bidders required to maintain a minimum reference score of 18 points to be considered responsive.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed-price basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with a minimum turn-around-time of 120 days from sample receipt. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the testing services suggests a significant procurement value. The vendor must be fully capable of performing all DNA testing services internally, without subcontracting, and must demonstrate comprehensive forensic laboratory capabilities. Interested bidders must provide a complete pricing structure covering multiple DNA testing and analysis services, indicating a complex and specialized procurement process. The geographic scope encompasses Hinds County and multiple jurisdictions within Jackson City, Mississippi, suggesting a statewide forensic testing service requirement. The procurement appears designed to establish a robust, long-term partnership with a qualified forensic testing laboratory capable of meeting the Mississippi Department of Public Safety's extensive DNA testing needs.