1711-26-R-RFIN-00009

The Mississippi Crime Laboratory is conducting a sole source procurement for Randox Evidence RABTA (Rapid Alcohol and Drugs of Abuse Testing) Consumables Kits under solicitation number 1711-26-R-RFIN-00009. This procurement is specifically designed to acquire specialized forensic testing consumables directly from Randox, with the procurement posted on November 19, 2025, and responses due by December 8, 2025. The procurement targets highly specialized laboratory kits essential for evidence analysis operations, with a focus on maintaining continuity with existing laboratory equipment and validated testing methodologies. The consumables are critical for the Crime Laboratory's ongoing forensic testing processes, particularly for alcohol and drug analysis. The sole source justification indicates that only Randox can meet the laboratory's precise technical requirements, based on equipment compatibility and established quality assurance protocols. The procurement eliminates competitive bidding and allows for direct acquisition of these specialized testing kits.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be a direct, targeted acquisition focused exclusively on Randox as the sole provider of these specialized consumables. While precise budget ranges are not detailed, the procurement suggests a focused, mission-critical purchase aligned with the Mississippi Crime Laboratory's forensic testing needs. The sole source nature of the procurement implies that the award will be made directly to Randox without competitive bidding. The technical specifications and compatibility requirements suggest that this is a continuation of existing laboratory infrastructure and testing protocols, with the consumables kits being integral to maintaining the Crime Laboratory's established evidence analysis capabilities. The procurement represents a targeted, specialized acquisition designed to support ongoing forensic testing operations with minimal procurement complexity.