Drug Recognition Expert

The Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) multi-award vehicle, established by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, provides specialized services related to drug detection and police training. Specifically, the contract focuses on Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training services and instruction, enabling Wisconsin municipalities to access professional training and expertise in identifying drug impairment among individuals. The vehicle leverages UNSPSC code 46171645 for narcotic trace detection systems and NIGP code 99033 for drug detection services, including the use of drug-sniffing dogs.

The contract was awarded on October 1, 2017, with prime contractors including Steven R. Krejci LLC and Brent Olson, who were selected through a competitive bidding process. The vehicle covers the state of Wisconsin and operates under a cooperative purchasing agreement authorized by Wisconsin statutes (s.16.73), allowing municipalities to directly engage with contractors through the state's VendorNet system. While Steven R. Krejci's bid was higher at $78,000.00 compared to Brent Olson's $61,980.00, both vendors met the requirement of having at least three years of experience in DRE training. The state contract enables municipalities to procure DRE training services while maintaining direct vendor relationships, with the State of Wisconsin assuming no liability for municipal purchases under this arrangement.