Promega Master Agreement for Reagents and Consumables

Background

The Maine State Police Crime Laboratory, part of the Department of Public Safety, is the only full-service, accredited forensic laboratory in Maine. It is responsible for analyzing evidence for all state and local law enforcement agencies. The lab is mandated by Maine law to conduct DNA analysis, which necessitates the procurement of essential consumables and reagents.

Work Details

The contract involves the provision of kits, reagents, and consumables necessary for forensic DNA analysis, including: - DNA profiling kits - DNA extraction kits - DNA quantification kits - Critical reagents essential for operating the Maxwell RSC 48 extraction instrument and Maxprep liquid handling instrument. These consumables are specifically designed to ensure high-quality, high-yield DNA purification and analysis.

Period of Performance

The contract period starts on June 1, 2026, and ends on May 31, 2027.

Place of Performance

The products will be delivered to the Maine State Police Crime Laboratory located in Maine.

Bidder Requirements

The vendor selected for this contract is Promega Corporation. This selection was justified as a single source due to Promega's unique products that are validated for use with the lab's existing instrumentation. This ensures compliance with national accreditation standards.