Forensic Collection Kits

The Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (Maryland) is requesting quotes on forensic evidence collection kits for sexual assault victims under RFQ 26-SERV-006, with quotes due February 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM via email to emma.maryland.gov.

The solicitation calls for 1,000 Evidence Collection Kits for Victims of Sexual Assault manufactured to detailed specification. Kits include paper bindles, paper bindle envelopes (7 × 3.5 inches), Swabbie towels, two white clothing bags (17 × 12 and 11 × 5 inches), and inner and outer envelope layers in 3-ply and 3-ply NCR materials. The outer envelope measures 14 × 11 inches with "DO NOT OPEN" marking on the front and a QR code for chain-of-custody tracking on the back. All materials, equipment, supplies, and services must conform to federal and state laws and regulations.

Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of experience providing evidence collection kits to state agencies, supported by three references from the past five years. Award will be made to the responsible bidder offering the lowest quote combined with the earliest delivery time and storage solutions. Delivery is required on or before March 31, 2026.

The State reserves the right to test delivered materials and reject any items failing to meet specifications; contractors must promptly replace rejected materials or face liability for excess replacement costs. The State may unilaterally suspend, delay, or interrupt performance and may extend delivery timelines for excusable delays beyond the contractor's control. No contract value is stated in the solicitation.