Rapid DNA systems

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 405-26R0001086 for Rapid DNA Systems, seeking to procure three units of two FBI NDIS-approved DNA profile generation and analysis systems: three Applied Biosystems RapidHIT ID System Kits and three ANDE 6C Instrument Series G Kits. The systems will be deployed to support Crime Laboratory operations, with Applied Biosystems systems designated for Williamson County Jail in Georgetown and ANDE systems for Montgomery County Jail in Conroe, Texas. Electronic bid submissions are due by 5:00 PM Central Time on November 18, 2025, via email or the DPS Online Bid Room, with an anticipated contract award date of December 12, 2025. The contract will commence on the effective date and expire one year thereafter, with DPS reserving the right to extend performance for an additional six months. Bidders must submit comprehensive financial documentation demonstrating financial resources and ability to perform, including audited financial statements for the past two years. DPS will evaluate responses using a best value standard, assessing factors such as past performance, financial integrity, and overall contractor responsibility, with all bids remaining valid for 180 days following the solicitation opening date.

The solicitation includes specific Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) requirements, mandating that respondents complete a HUB Subcontracting Plan and demonstrate good faith efforts to utilize certified HUB vendors. The state has established HUB goals ranging from 11.2% to 32.9% across various contract categories, with detailed reporting and compliance requirements for awarded contractors. Vendors must comply with extensive cybersecurity standards, including CJIS, FedRAMP, TexRAMP, HIPAA, and PCI DSS regulations, and implement robust security measures such as two-factor authentication, encryption protocols, and comprehensive incident response procedures. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates that pricing must include all costs, fees, licenses, and expenses, with no guaranteed minimum compensation. Contractors will be required to complete multiple administrative forms, including a Direct Deposit Authorization Form, Application for Texas Identification Number, and Request for Taxpayer Identification Number, ensuring comprehensive vendor qualification and payment infrastructure.