DNA Collection Kits - MSHP

The State of Missouri, specifically the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for DNA Collection Kits, solicitation number RFPS30034901902824. The procurement is seeking bids for six distinct line items of DNA collection kits with varying quantity ranges: 1-100 boxes, 101-200 boxes, 201-300 boxes, 301-400 boxes, 401-500 boxes, and 500+ boxes, with maximum quantities of 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, and 550 boxes respectively. The contract period is one year from the effective date, with options for two additional one-year renewals. The solicitation was released on June 17, 2019, with responses due by July 8, 2019, at 3:00 PM CDT. Vendors must submit their proposals either electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or as a hard copy to the Division of Purchasing. The RFP requires vendors to provide pricing for the initial contract period and maximum prices for the two potential renewal periods, with delivery terms specified as Free on Board Destination and payment terms set at Net 45 Days.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, indicating that all vendors are eligible to respond. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no details about existing infrastructure or technology requiring integration. The solicitation does not disclose an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the DNA collection kits. The point of contact for this solicitation is Kelsey Huwe at the Division of Purchasing in Jefferson City, Missouri, who can be reached at 573-522-1308 or kelsey.huwe@oa.mo.gov. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the evaluation likely focusing on the vendors' ability to meet the specified quantity ranges, pricing, and technical requirements for the DNA collection kits. The jurisdictions involved in this procurement include Clark County and Jefferson City, with the primary agency being the Missouri State Highway Patrol.