Component Manufacturing – Sterile Swabs

The contract seeks the manufacture of sterile, DNA-free buccal swabs specifically designed for inclusion in forensic collection kits, with options for either foam-tipped or flocked swabs, each individually packaged to maintain sterility and prevent contamination. The work must meet stringent forensic standards to ensure sample integrity, with all materials and production processes validated to eliminate the presence of human DNA and other biological contaminants. The swabs are critical components used in evidence collection, requiring high reliability and compliance with forensic protocols. This subcontract opportunity is posted by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement with a response deadline of May 8, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 326212, indicating a focus on plastic product manufacturing. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside or organizational type, and while no point of contact details are provided, the opportunity is accessible through the Florida marketplace vendor portal. Performance location is not defined, suggesting production may occur at the vendor’s facility, but final delivery must support the agency’s forensic operational needs across Florida.