DNA Testing
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), specifically the Office of Diversion Control, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for DNA Testing services. This opportunity, identified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeks qualified vendors to provide reference laboratory testing in support of DEA operations. The place of performance is West Palm Beach, FL. Quotations are due by June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the provision of comprehensive DNA Testing services for various specific chemical compounds. Deliverables include testing for substances such as Ethylflualprazolam, Etodezitramide, and Spirobrorphine, among others, as detailed in the solicitation. All services must be completed with a delivery date of June 30, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services, with a business size standard of $41.5 Million.
- Product Service Code (PSC): Q301 - Reference Laboratory Testing.
- Published Date: May 27, 2026.
- Deadline for Questions: June 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
- Quotation Due Date: June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Delivery Date: June 30, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. Technical acceptability will be assessed on a pass/fail basis, and the contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest-priced quote that meets all technical requirements. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. Quotations, including pricing for all listed line items and shipping, must be submitted electronically to Kenny.J.Douangmala@dea.gov.