Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #FDLE-SS-2652-AD
FDLE Single Source Award for DNA Lab Implements, Software, and Maintenance to Life Technologies
Posted
May 21, 2026
Respond By
May 27, 2026
Identifier
FDLE-SS-2652-AD
NAICS
334516, 325413
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is awarding a single source contract to Life Technologies Corporation for critical laboratory implements, software, and equipment maintenance supporting statewide forensic DNA analysis. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Investigations and Forensic Services / Laboratories - OEM Highlight: - Life Technologies Corporation (acquired Applied BioSystems) - Sole provider due to proprietary technology and compatibility with FDLE's validated systems - Products and Services Requested: - Laboratory implements and chemical reagents for PCR-based DNA analysis - Analytical or scientific software compatible with FDLE's proprietary equipment - Laboratory equipment maintenance and technical support - Includes software upgrades and exclusive service by OEM-certified technicians - Notable Requirements: - All products and services must be compatible with FDLE's validated laboratory systems - Only Life Technologies can provide the required proprietary reagents, software, and maintenance - Multiple orders will be placed throughout the contract term - Estimated Contract Value: - $8,000,000 - Place of Performance: - FDLE Regional Operations Centers statewide (Florida) - FDLE headquarters at 2331 Phillips Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308
Description
This is a public notice posting of an agency decision for a single source procurement by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The procurement involves implements, software, and equipment maintenance for FDLE Laboratories, specifically for Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based DNA analysis of crime-related specimens. The award is intended to be made to Life Technologies Corporation, which provides proprietary equipment, software, reagents, and maintenance services that are compatible with FDLE's validated equipment and procedures. This procurement is not open for competitive bidding.