Explanation
BACKGROUND: The Police Crime Laboratory proposes to computerize the crime laboratory's information management processes and improve the quality and timeliness of forensic services. The crime laboratory currently utilizes an antiquated computer program to record and track cases and evidence received at the laboratory. The laboratory relies on photocopies of handwritten chain of custody labels for use in court proceedings.
The Crime Laboratory proposes to implement a forensic laboratory information management system that will allow for evidence transfers to be performed more quickly through use of electronic tracking. The project will also allow for reporting to include the number and types of cases received, those awaiting analysis at the laboratory, turnaround time of casework, and output for individual analysts. This computerization will reduce the time employees spend documenting evidence transfers and producing management reports, and will allow for more time to be utilized for the analysis of casework thereby reducing turnaround time and backlog.
BID INFORMATION: A Formal Request for Proposals (RFP-SA003600) was posted on June 21, 2010. The following vendors submitted bids as follows:
JusticeTrax, Inc. (MAJ) Porter Lee Corporation (MAJ)
Starlims Corporation The Computer Solution Company
After committee evaluation and vendor demonstrations, the Division of Police recommends acceptance of the proposal submitted by JusticeTrax, Inc. in the amount of $198,541.52. JusticeTrax was one of two vendors that met the minimum specifications and qualifications called for in the RFP. JusticeTrax received the highest scoring from the evaluation committee due to their proposal and their understanding of the tasks, as well as their product demonstration. Negotiations with JusticeTrax, Inc. resulted in the contract price of $198,541.52.
Contract Compliance No: 86-0960454, expires 6/08/2012
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