EZ2 Connect Fx Robot System

The Washington State Patrol is procuring two Qiagen EZ2 Connect Fx robotic DNA‑extraction systems (one for the Seattle Crime Laboratory and one for the Marysville Crime Laboratory) to replace aging equipment and support forensic DNA analysis under a federal DNA backlog reduction grant. The award is a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price purchase valued at roughly $168 k, covering hardware, installation, training, and related freight. The contract runs for twelve months from award and requires the vendor to meet forensic‑grade ISO 18385 cartridge standards and SWGDAM guidelines. • Equipment: Two EZ2 Connect Fx robotic systems (high‑throughput, automated DNA extraction). • Scope: Delivery, installation, training, and support at two state crime labs. • Funding: Federal BJA DNA Backlog Reduction Grant; total contract value ≈ $168,000. • Procurement: Sole‑source to Qiagen; other vendors could submit capability statements by June 24 2026. • Terms: Firm‑fixed‑price, Net 30 payment, Washington sales tax applicable, insurance and liability clauses per state contracts.