Opportunity
SAM #DJA-26-ALAB-PR-0197
ATF BPA for Life Technologies DNA Analysis Reagents and Supplies for Forensic Laboratories
Buyer
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
April 07, 2026
Identifier
DJA-26-ALAB-PR-0197
NAICS
339113, 325413
This opportunity involves a multi-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for DNA analysis reagents and supplies to support the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Forensic Science Laboratory operations in Wichita, Kansas and related facilities. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) - Acquisitions Management Division and Office of Laboratory Services - OEMs and Vendors: - Life Technologies (Thermo Fisher Scientific) is the primary OEM for validated DNA reagents and consumables - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of DNA analysis reagents and consumables, including: - 3500 Cathode buffer septa (4410715) - POP-4 3500 (384 Rxn) (4393715) - POP-4 3500 (960 rxn) (4393710) - Conditioning Reagent 3500 (4393718) - Anode Buffer Container (ABC) 3500 (4393927) - Cathode Buffer Container (CBC) 3500 (4408256) - 3500 36 cm Capillary Array (24 cap) (4404687) - Globalfiler PCR Amplification Kits (200 rxns: 4476135; 1000 rxns: 4482815) - Genescan 600 LIZ Size Standard v2.0 (2) (4408399) - DS-36 Matrix Standard Kit (Dye Set J6) (4425042) - Quantifiler HP DNA Quantification Kit (4482911) - Hi-Di Formamide (4311320) - 7500 Real Time PCR Systems Spectral Calibration Kit I (4360788) - Various dyes (Aby, Fam, Jun, Mustang Purple) - UltraPure BSA (4360954) - MicroAmp Optical Adhesive Films, Plates, Caps, and Accessories - DTT (A43565) - Globalfiler IQC Kit (A49105) - Capillary array 36-cm SeqStudio 24 Flex (A49316) - 96-Well Standard Retainer & Base Set SeqStudio Flex Series (A26343) - QuantStudio 3/5 10-Dye Spectral Calibration Kit (4476609) - GlobalFiler Express PCR Amplification Kits (200 rxns: 4474665; 1000 rxns) - All items are detailed in the Statement of Work, Appendix A - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Only validated Life Technologies reagents and consumables are acceptable to ensure continuity and compatibility with existing forensic DNA workflows - Delivery required within seven days of call orders - Extensive security and privacy requirements apply - Set aside for small businesses - Period of Performance: - Base year plus up to five option years (total up to six years) - Places of Performance and Delivery: - Forensic Science Laboratory – Wichita, KS - Forensic Crime Gun Intelligence Laboratory (FCGIL), Wichita, KS - National Laboratory Center, Beltsville, MD - ATF Acquisitions and Finance Offices, Washington, DC
Description
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 15A00026Q00000042 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of reagents and supplies for ongoing need for DNA analysis at Forensic Science Laboratory – Wichita under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). Please see the “Statement of Work”, Attachment A and "SF1449_15A00026Q00000042 " for full description of the requirement and for the list of contract line item number and items, quantities, units of measures.
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339113.
The period of performance is estimated to be: 04/30/2026 through 04/29/2031. Actual dates will be determined at award.
See “SF1449_15A00026Q00000042” for a list of solicitation provisions that apply to the acquisition.
See “SF1449_15A00026Q00000042” for a list of contract clauses that apply to the acquisition.
See “SF1449_15A00026Q00000042” for the date, time, and place for receipt of offer. Steven Jaimes, steven.jaimes@atf.gov is the point of contact.
All questions regarding this solicitation shall be submitted via email to Steven Jaimes at Steven.Jaimes@atf.gov and shall reference the solicitation, 15A00026Q00000042. All questions shall be received by 1000 EST, 04/03/2026. All quotes shall be submitted via email to Steven.Jaimes@atf.gov by the solicitation response date in Block 8, pg 1, of “SF1449_15A00026Q00000042” or the amended date (if applicable). Quotes received after the exact time specified are considered “late”.