Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Virginia Department of Forensic Science.
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Feb 22, 2026
Dec 31, 2026
The Virginia Department of Forensic Science has issued an emergency procurement for chemical relocation services. This solicitation, identified by ID A778DFS:114212, is currently open for bidding as of February 2026. The project involves the professional handling and transport of chemical materials for the state agency.
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City
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Richmond
County
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Richmond
Address
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700 North Fifth Street
Phone Number
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(804) 786-2281
Zip Code
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23219
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Virginia Department of Forensic Science
The meeting focused on the adoption of the agenda and the review of the breath alcohol procedures manual regarding the integration of the new Draeger Alcotest 9510 instrument. Discussions covered the validation of the new platform, including instrument acceptance criteria, adjustment procedures, and potential future alignment with specific forensic calibration standards. The committee also reviewed the acceptance testing worksheet utilized for instrument certification, evaluating documentation processes and the viability of transitioning to paperless workflows.
The subcommittee meeting focused on an update regarding the review and status of corrective actions, specifically discussing the halt of firearms comparisons at the Western Laboratory, the ongoing external case file reviews, and recent disclosures made to the Virginia Criminal Defense Bar. Additionally, the members reviewed and discussed the validation plan for the Quantum 3D microscope, covering its operational mechanics, comparisons to existing technology, and the associated training and implementation strategy for staff.
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The meeting involved a detailed review of the Verity Pro validation, focusing on statistical methods such as t-tests and data variances. The subcommittee also reviewed proposed edits to the Forensic Biology Procedures Quality Assurance Manual, specifically regarding testimony guidance for TPPR. Additionally, the committee discussed proactive training for analysts and acknowledged the appointment of a new laboratory director.
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