Notice of Intent
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole-source purchase order to Mystaire Inc. for 10 Cyanoacrylate fuming chambers. These chambers are for Friction Ridge Evidence Analysis at the New England Laboratory. This is not a request for competitive quotations, but interested parties may submit information regarding their capabilities by March 23, 2026. The purchase order will not exceed $250,000.
Scope of Work
The DEA intends to acquire 10 Cyanoacrylate fuming chambers specifically designed for Friction Ridge Evidence Analysis. These chambers are crucial for the New England Laboratory's operations and must meet specific salient characteristics, including precise dimensions, advanced filtration systems, aluminum construction, and ease of use/maintenance, ensuring consistency with the DEA's current equipment and operational needs.
Contract & Timeline
- Procurement Type: Sole Source Acquisition (FAR Part 13)
- Contracting Agency: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Intended Awardee: Mystaire Inc.
- Product: 10 Cyanoacrylate fuming chambers
- Purpose: Friction Ridge Evidence Analysis
- Location: New England Laboratory (SFL10)
- Estimated Delivery Date: April 13, 2026
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published: March 13, 2026
Justification
Mystaire Inc. has been identified as the only reasonably available source capable of meeting the DEA's specific requirements for these fuming chambers. The justification highlights Mystaire's unique ability to provide equipment that aligns with the agency's existing infrastructure and operational standards, particularly regarding dimensions, filtration, material, and user interface.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation for competitive offers. However, any interested party who believes they can meet the stated requirements should submit their capabilities statement to the primary contact by the response date. The primary contact for this notice is Sherman Green at sherman.green@dea.gov.