Opportunity
Mississippi Procurement Portal #3150006970
Mississippi Forensic Laboratory Sole Source Award for Professional Forensics Staffing and Consulting Services
Posted
September 11, 2026
Respond By
October 05, 2026
Identifier
3150006970
NAICS
541380, 541990
This opportunity involves a sole source award by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety's Mississippi Forensic Laboratory (MSFL) for professional forensic laboratory staffing and consulting services. - Government Buyer: - Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Mississippi Forensic Laboratory (MSFL) - Office of Personal Service Contract Review - OEM/Vendor: - SNA International, LLC (sole source provider) - Services Requested: - Provision of five (5) trained forensic scientists - Specializations: Firearms analysis, seized drugs analysis, controlled substance analysis, scientific research - On-site staffing during MSFL business hours - Services include: toxicology, firearm analysis (microscopic comparisons, serial number restorations, distance determinations, NIBIN utilization), tool mark identification, chemistry-based forensic consulting - Goal: Reduce forensic case backlog and maintain turnaround times - Unique Requirements: - SNA International, LLC is uniquely qualified due to CMMI and ISO certifications, historical knowledge of MSFL standards, and specialized expertise - Sole source determination based on market analysis; no other vendors or OEMs identified as capable - Annual escalation in contract value (3% in years 2 and 3) - Estimated Contract Value: - $2,521,382.40 over three years
Description
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is seeking proposals for professional forensic services, including management and delivery of forensic, biometric, and identity intelligence services. The procurement involves staffing and enhancing laboratory operations to build capacity and reduce backlogs in forensic disciplines such as Firearms and Drug testing. The contract term is from December 20, 2026, to December 19, 2029, with an estimated total value of approximately $2,521,382.40. The solicitation is open and responses are due by October 5, 2026.