Qiagen equipment

This is a single source procurement by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) for the acquisition of QIAGEN forensic technology equipment, specifically the QIAsymphony and QIAgility systems. FDLE requires this equipment to expand and maintain its existing DNA analysis infrastructure and capabilities across the state. The single source justification is that the QIAGEN systems are proprietary and manufactured solely by QIAGEN, LLC, and are required to integrate with FDLE's existing validated QIAGEN equipment. The estimated value of this procurement is $175,000. This is being conducted pursuant to Sections 120.57(3) and 287.057(3) of the Florida Statutes and will remain posted for at least 7 business days to allow for any information from prospective vendors regarding their ability to supply the required commodities or services.

This procurement has no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. FDLE currently has 40 QIAGEN instruments in operation and must purchase QIAGEN supplies and implements exclusively through QIAGEN, LLC, indicating that QIAGEN, LLC is the incumbent vendor for this requirement. The budget range for this procurement is $175,000.