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Request for Information on STR Amplification Kits and Capillary Electrophoresis Systems for Forensic DNA Analysis

Department of Justice Home Affairs and Migration(buyer)

Published
Published 2 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 23 November 2026 (10 days left)

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Overview

The Department of Justice Home Affairs and Migration has issued a Request for Information on behalf of Forensic Science Ireland (FSI) regarding STR amplification kits and capillary electrophoresis systems for forensic DNA analysis. The pre-procurement market research aims to assess marketplace capacity and capability ahead of a planned competitive tender in early 2027 to replace existing platforms. Responses to this early engagement exercise are due by 23 November 2026.

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Key details

Country
Ireland
Status
Planning
Category
Services
Procedure
Preliminary Market Consultation
Published
2 November 2026
Deadline
23 November 2026
Classification (CPV)
Diagnostic kitsLaboratory reagentsChemistry analyserChecking and testing apparatusLaboratory services

Competition

Expected competition

2

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products drew a median of 2 bids over the last 24 months; 31% received only one.

Market context

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€150,000

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Department of Justice Home Affairs and Migration in the last 12 months

1

contract awarded, worth €134,000 in total

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  1. Prior Information Notice

    2 November 2026 · 2 documents

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