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FDLE Single Source Procurement for Forensic DNA Sequencing and Genetic Genealogy Services from Othram, Inc.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is seeking to procure specialized DNA testing services and genetic genealogy research from Othram, Inc. through a single source contract. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Investigations and Forensic Science / Laboratories division - OEM/Vendor: - Othram, Inc. (sole provider and OEM for forensic-grade genome sequencing and related services) - Products and Services Requested: - Forensic-grade genome sequencing - Shotgun sequencing targeting over 500,000 SNP markers - Whole genome sequencing (WGS) for unknown samples - DNA extract evaluations - Genetic genealogy research support - All services are focused on highly degraded and contaminated bone samples, supporting the Missing and Unidentified Human Remains Program and Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy Program - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Othram, Inc. is identified as the only provider capable of handling the majority of FDLE's cases involving degraded and contaminated bone samples - Services must support identification of missing/unidentified persons and violent crime perpetrators - Not a competitive solicitation; single source justification based on unique technical capabilities - Period of Performance: - Three years, beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029 - Places of Performance and Delivery: - FDLE Regional Operations Centers throughout Florida - FDLE headquarters at 2331 Phillips Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308

Description

This notice is a statutorily mandated fifteen business day advertisement of an intended single source procurement by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) for DNA testing services, evaluations, and research. The procurement involves forensic-grade genome sequencing, shotgun sequencing, and genetic genealogy research support to identify missing and unidentified persons. The services are intended to support FDLE's Missing and Unidentified Human Remains Program and Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy Program. The single source provider is Othram, Inc., and the procurement period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029.

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