1711-27-R-RFIN-00003

The Mississippi Forensic Laboratory is soliciting a sole-source purchase of Randox Evidence RABTA Consumables Kits, with written objections to the sole-source designation due by October 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. local time. The sole-source justification rests on Randox's exclusive manufacture and supply of consumables compatible with the RABTA Analyzer and its patented Biochip Array Technology, which enables simultaneous multiplex testing from a single sample.

The procurement includes 30 units each of RABTA Blood Kits, Blood Calibrators, Blood Controls, RABTA Urine Kits, Urine Calibrators, Urine Controls, Signal Reagent, and RABTA Wash Buffer, plus Hamilton pipette tips in four volumes (10L, 50L, 300L, and 1000L) at two units each. The estimated total cost is $137,600, including $7,000 in shipping. The MSFL obtained competitive pricing through yearly quotes to establish consistent rates and prevent unexpected vendor price adjustments.

Parties objecting to the sole-source designation must submit written objections to Britney Wesley in the MSFL Procurement Department by the deadline, with detailed justification including a description of comparable commodities, alternative sources, and — if claiming availability from another distributor — a written statement from Randox authorizing that distributor or reseller status. Should the MSFL determine after review that alternative sources exist, the procurement will be converted to an advertised competitive bid process. If the agency determines only one source exists, the matter will be appealed to the Public Procurement Review Board, with the MSFL bearing the burden of proof that the commodity is provided by only one source.