Victim sexual assault evidence collection kit

Maryland's Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy is soliciting pricing and information from qualified providers for 2,000 Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kits (SAEK) with proposals due October 20, 2026.

The scope requires kits that meet or exceed technical standards established by the Office of the Maryland Attorney General and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Each kit must include standardized components for collection, preservation, and documentation of evidence suitable for use by trained medical professionals in clinical settings; all materials must be packaged in a sealed, tamper-evident container designed to maintain evidence integrity throughout collection, storage, and potential legal proceedings. Kits must include comprehensive user instructions and chain-of-custody forms and comply with Maryland regulations governing evidence handling.

Bidders must provide detailed product specifications covering component materials, packaging specifications, and chain-of-custody documentation capabilities; certifications confirming compliance with evidentiary standards; quality assurance protocols; shelf-life verification and storage or handling requirements; and evidence of prior experience supplying SAEK products to law enforcement or healthcare entities, along with references and product testing documentation. Pricing must be submitted on a per-unit basis for the 2,000 kits with detailed cost breakdowns for component materials and packaging. Bidders should note any customization options, volume discount structures, and warranty provisions related to product defects or evidence contamination.

Two specification attachments (SAEK Specifications.pdf and 27-SERV-002 Sexual Assault Evidence Kits.pdf) detail technical requirements and component standards. The solicitation was posted October 5, 2026.