Thermal Cyclers

The City of Mesa’s Purchasing Office awarded a $25,628.10 contract to supply thermal cycler equipment for forensic DNA analysis. The award was made on a sole‑source basis to Life Technologies Corporation, with no competition. The procurement covers laboratory instruments needed by the police department’s forensic lab, and the contract value reflects a modest, single‑purchase acquisition. • Scope: Provision of thermal cyclers (PCR machines) for forensic DNA work. • Award: Sole‑source to Life Technologies Corporation, total value $25,628.10. • Procurement method: Sole‑source, no open competition, intent to award announced Nov 17 2021 and award confirmed Dec 1 2021.