Laboratory Testing Services and Expert Witness Testimony (Forensic Analysis)

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued solicitation 696-IG-26-P034 for Laboratory Testing Services, posted on April 13, 2026, with a proposal deadline of May 13, 2026. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide comprehensive laboratory testing services across nine service classifications (items 193-00, 193-40, 193-88, 961-40, 961-48, 962-22, 992-26, 992-31, and 992-55). Interested vendors must submit proposals electronically through the TDCJ Procurement Portal at https://tdcj.bonfirehub.com/portal after registering for access, with technical support available at support.bonfire@eunasolutions.com. Primary TDCJ procurement contacts are Ashley Seay (ashley.seay@tdcj.texas.gov) and Courtney Grozinger (courtney.grozinger@tdcj.texas.gov). The solicitation documentation does not specify item quantities, evaluation criteria, site visit requirements, or bidder conference details within the available materials. Prospective bidders are required to register with the TDCJ to receive amendments and updates to the solicitation, as the TDCJ assumes no responsibility for vendors who fail to monitor the Electronic State Business Daily or receive amendment notifications.

The solicitation documentation provided does not identify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, incumbent contractors, or current vendor information. Additionally, the available materials do not specify award values, budget ranges, contract terms, pricing structures, or any existing infrastructure or technology requirements that vendors must integrate with. Interested contractors are responsible for monitoring the Electronic State Business Daily and the TDCJ Procurement Portal for all solicitation updates, amendments, and additional documentation prior to the May 13, 2026 deadline.