Illinois State Police DFS-DNA Buccal Swab Kits IFB 27-493ISP-FOREN-B-52569
Illinois State Police | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 6 years
- Primary contact
- Tammy Larsen-Tolley
- (217) 782-4975
The 30-second brief
The Illinois State Police is seeking bids for the manufacture, stocking, and distribution of DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits for approximately 300 approved facilities statewide in Illinois. Estimated annual purchases range from 30,000 to 35,000 kits. Kits include pre-printed addressed return envelopes, kit/form documents, swab envelopes, sterile cotton swabs, shipping seals, fingerprint sheets, re-tab strips, biohazard barrier gloves, bar code labels, and FDA inserts. Submissions are due through the BidBuy e-procurement portal by September 29, 2026. The contract term is six years.
DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits, Pre-printed addressed return envelopes, Kit/form printed on vellum bristol, Swab envelopes, Sterile cotton swabs, Kit shipping seals, Fingerprint sheets, Fingerprint re-tab strips, Biohazard barrier gloves, Bar code labels, FDA inserts
Lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The Illinois State Police is seeking bids for the manufacture, stocking, and distribution of DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits for approximately 300 approved facilities statewide in Illinois.
Estimated annual purchases range from 30,000 to 35,000 kits. Kits include pre-printed addressed return envelopes, kit/form documents, swab envelopes, sterile cotton swabs, shipping seals, fingerprint sheets, re-tab strips, biohazard barrier gloves, bar code labels, and FDA inserts. Submissions are due through the BidBuy e-procurement portal by September 29, 2026. The contract term is six years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits
- Pre-printed addressed return envelopes
- Kit/form printed on vellum bristol
- Swab envelopes
- Sterile cotton swabs
- Kit shipping seals
- Fingerprint sheets
- Fingerprint re-tab strips
- Biohazard barrier gloves
- Bar code labels
- FDA inserts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure
- Offer to the State of Illinois
- Contract
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois State Police
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois State Police | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov. For questions, contact Tammy Larsen-Tolley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois State Police | State of Illinois in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tammy Larsen-Tolley at (217) 782-4975. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: DNA Buccal Swab Collection Kits, Pre-printed addressed return envelopes, Kit/form printed on vellum bristol, Swab envelopes, Sterile cotton swabs, Kit shipping seals, Fingerprint sheets, Fingerprint re-tab strips, Biohazard barrier gloves, Bar code labels, FDA inserts. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois State Police | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois State Police | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois State Police | State of Illinois regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure, Offer to the State of Illinois, Contract. Review the full document from Illinois State Police | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.