AGO - Forensic Proficiency Testing Services - 2026

The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is seeking a qualified vendor to provide forensic proficiency testing services for the Bureau of Criminal Investigation in 2026, with an estimated contract value between $50,000 and $150,000. The scope encompasses a broad range of forensic testing disciplines, including fingerprint analysis, controlled substances, THC quantification, firearm comparison, latent print processing, questioned documents, handwriting, gunshot residue, DNA (STR/YSTR), and parentage testing. Vendors must hold ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation covering the relevant test types and submit firm fixed pricing through the Ohio Buys online system. The tests will be administered at the BCI Lab in London, Ohio, with distribution throughout the year by BCI Quality Assurance staff. The contract is set for the calendar year 2026, with performance extending potentially into mid-2027 or through renewal options until mid-2029. The procurement process emphasizes responsible and responsive vendors with proper accreditation and competitive pricing, awarding based on the lowest responsible bid. The solicitation includes detailed technical and administrative requirements, including submission of accreditation documentation, compliance with federal and state security regulations, and adherence to the Ohio Revised Code provisions on indemnification and responsible conduct. The contract incorporates federal regulations governing criminal justice information security, notably the FBI CJIS Security Policy, and mandates strict security and confidentiality protocols. Deliverables, inspection, and acceptance are conducted at the BCI Lab, with quality control enforced via accreditation and oversight by BCI staff. Invoicing must follow specified procedures, with payments due within 30 days of proper invoice receipt, and all responses must be submitted electronically by October 10, 2025. The process involves initial review for responsiveness and accreditation, followed by selection of the lowest priced responsible vendor, with no specific FAR clauses incorporated into the contract.