27-493ISP-FOREN-B-52569 | DFS-DNA Buccal Swab Kits - tt

Solicitation 27-493ISP-FOREN-B-52569 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Illinois State Police for a six-year contract covering the as-needed manufacture, stocking, and distribution of DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits. The awarded vendor will be responsible for immediate shipment of kits to approximately 300 approved facilities across Illinois, with historical annual volumes ranging between 30,000 and 35,000 kits. The contract is awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder based on the lowest overall total price. The kits must adhere to strict technical specifications, including the use of Tyvek or high-density polyethylene fiber for the outer packaging, red ink for address information, and specific dimensions for swab envelopes and shipping seals. Each kit must feature unique, consecutive Type 128 barcodes on the receipt form, swab envelope, and mailing envelope, as well as an orange biohazard label and a blue FDA insert. Performance requirements include submitting proof copies of all printed materials within 30 days of contract signature and ensuring kits are available for distribution within 45 days of the initial order. Administrative requirements include maintaining general commercial liability insurance of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars aggregate, as well as auto liability and worker's compensation insurance. Bidders must submit all responses electronically via the BidBuy portal, including required vendor disclosures and certifications. All transportation and postage costs are to be borne by the vendor, and payments will be made in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act, contingent upon the availability of funds.