SOLE SOURCE Bar Coded Evidence Analysis Statistics and Tracking Software

The Illinois State Fire Marshal's Office (OSFM) awarded a sole source contract to Porter Lee Corporation for the Crime Fighter BEAST (Bar Coded Evidence Analysis Statistics and Tracking) Evidence Management System valued at $199,067.03. The contract, effective from November 15, 2025, to November 14, 2026, encompasses comprehensive hardware and software solutions for evidence tracking and management. Key deliverables include 24 user licenses, one evidence vault license, mobile Bluetooth barcode thermal label printers, desktop printers, barcode scanners, signature pads, and associated label supplies.

The procurement is specifically designed to integrate with the Illinois State Police (ISP) operational infrastructure, ensuring standardized evidence intake and chain-of-custody procedures. Line items include proprietary software (BEAST EMS), various Zebra and Topaz hardware components, thermal and barcode labels, and professional services such as installation, training, annual software support, technology assessment, and project management. The sole source justification was predicated on the system's proprietary nature, exclusive licensing, and critical compatibility requirements with existing ISP systems, with the procurement approved by the State Purchasing Officer on September 18, 2025, and authorized by the Chief Procurement Officer on October 8, 2025.