Live Scan Fingerprinting System

The Wisconsin Live Scan Fingerprinting System multi-award vehicle provides state and local agencies with comprehensive fingerprint capture and transmission technology. The contract covers both portable (laptop) and stationary (desktop) LiveScan fingerprint systems designed to scan, capture, and electronically transmit fingerprint and palm images to the Wisconsin Department of Justice's Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). These systems must meet stringent technical requirements, including FBI Appendix F certification, compliance with current fingerprint transmission standards, and adherence to CJIS security specifications.

The contract was awarded by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections on March 12, 2018, with three prime contractors: DataWorks Plus (primary vendor), IDEMIA, and Biometrics. The initial contract term is one year, with four optional one-year renewal periods. Geographically, the vehicle covers the State of Wisconsin and allows participation by state agencies, municipalities, and other eligible entities through a cooperative purchasing program. The total contract value for the initial award includes 12 laptop units at $5,772 each and 8 desktop units at $6,233 each, with a total initial procurement value of $122,918. Pricing remains firm for the first year, with potential adjustments in subsequent years.