Sole Source ? Qiagen

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is soliciting a sole-source procurement for Qiagen PCR and DNA/RNA extraction consumables, with responses due July 24, 2026. This is a sole-source intent under state code, justified on grounds that Qiagen is the sole manufacturer and authorized provider of consumables required for the agency's existing Qiagen QIAcube HT automated DNA/RNA isolation system and to maintain consistency in long-term genetic data sets.

The scope comprises Qiagen-branded DNA/RNA extraction kits, DNA/PCR clean-up kits, and PCR reagents to be ordered on an as-needed basis. The one-year contract term runs from July 24, 2026 through July 23, 2027. The procurement was issued July 16, 2026 by Procurement Officer Andy Bowman, CPPB, and will be posted in the South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) for a minimum of 5 to 10 business days as required by state code. Protests regarding the intended award must be submitted in writing to the Chief Procurement Officer at the Materials Management Office, with notice of intent to protest due within 5 business days of posting and formal protest due within 15 business days.