1711-26-R-RFIN-00003

The Mississippi Forensic Laboratory (MSFL) is pursuing a sole source procurement for specialized laboratory equipment and testing kits from Randox, specifically the Randox EV4195 Multistat Whole Blood Kit and the Randox EV4516 Multistat Toxplex Quan Kit. These kits utilize Chemiluminescent biochip array technology (BAT) to conduct comprehensive multi-analyte drug testing, with the capability to test for synthetic cannabinoids, opiates, stimulants, and prescription medications. The EV4195 kit offers 240 tests, while the EV4516 kit provides 288 tests across various drug categories. The procurement is designated as sole source number 3150006471, with a total estimated cost of $25,000, including individual kit prices of $330 for the Multistat Blood Kit and $936 for the Multistat Blood quant kit, plus $450 for shipping. The solicitation was posted on September 3, 2025, with a response deadline of September 24, 2025, at 5:00 pm local time, during which potential vendors can submit alternative proposals or objections to the sole source designation.

The procurement appears to be exclusively available to Randox, as they are identified as the sole supplier of these Multi-Stat and Evidence Analyzer Reagents, with no secondary distributors. The justification for the sole source procurement includes Randox's unique immunoassay technology, copyright and patent protection, and their ability to offer comprehensive testing for over 100 synthetic cannabinoids. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation. The procurement does not indicate any existing infrastructure requirements or integration needs beyond the procurement of the specific kits. The budget range is clearly defined at $25,000, which covers the kits, shipping, and associated costs. Potential respondents should note that this is a highly specialized procurement focused on forensic laboratory testing capabilities, with strict technological and methodological requirements that limit competitive bidding.