When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $1,500,000 – $3,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Indiana Department of Administration. The work is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

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Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesPosted: October 14, 2026Deadline: November 30, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Indiana Department of Administration is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive forensic toxicology testing services for the Indiana State Department of Toxicology and Indiana's 92 county coroners.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must maintain current accreditation to ISO 17025 or equivalent recognized forensic laboratory standard
Must maintain national accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Must maintain accreditation under the American Board of Forensic Technology (ABFT) or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)
Must have the capacity to process 307–539 total monthly specimens
Must be registered and in good standing with the Indiana Secretary of State
Must provide free shipping of samples from all 92 county coroner offices
Must maintain a PhD-level board-certified toxicologist available for consultation
Must provide electronic access to test results via a secure portal

BUDGET

Estimate

$1,500,000 – $3,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

48 months

TIMELINE

Issue of solicitation: October 14th, 2026

Deadline to Submit Written Questions: November 4th, 2026

Response to Written Questions/Amendments: November 12th, 2026

Submission Due Date/Time: November 30th, 2026

Proposal Evaluation: December 7th, 2026

Oral Presentations: December 14th, 2026

Best and Final Offers: December 17th, 2026

Award Recommendation: January 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 4, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Indiana Department of Administration

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DESCRIPTION

The Indiana Department of Administration, on behalf of the Indiana State Department of Toxicology and the Indiana Department of Health, is soliciting proposals for statewide forensic toxicology testing services. The selected contractor will be responsible for analyzing biological specimens (blood, urine, and vitreous) for alcohol, drugs, and other toxic substances, issuing detailed analytical reports, maintaining secure chain-of-custody documentation, and providing expert testimony when required. The contractor must have the capacity to process 307–539 total monthly specimens and provide statewide shipping supplies. The initial contract term is four (4) years, with two (2) 1-year renewal options.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $1,500,000 – $3,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Indiana Department of Administration. The work is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

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