Bureau Director Sole Source Memo.pdf

This is a sole source requisition memo submitted to the City of Portland's Chief Procurement Officer by the Portland Police Bureau, with support from the Oregon State Police. The Portland Police Bureau Detectives Division, specifically the Sex Crimes Unit and Homicide Cold Case Unit, is requesting authorization to procure DNA evidence testing, analysis, and forensic investigative genetic genealogy services exclusively from Bode Technology. The services will support the processing of sexual assault kits and DNA evidence from cold cases to advance ongoing investigations and provide justice for victims and their families. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this sole source procurement. The request seeks to establish a purchasing agreement under Portland City Code 5.33.120.A, enabling the bureau to access specialized forensic services without competitive bidding.

The justification for sole source procurement centers on Bode Technology's unique capability to provide forensic investigative genetic genealogy services, including uploading results to the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), combined with their accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 standards and ability to deliver rush DNA testing and rapid analysis to meet critical investigative deadlines. The memo notes that Bode Technology is the current laboratory provider for the Oregon State Police, and utilizing the same vendor will streamline result processing and eliminate duplicate submission work between agencies. Additional advantages cited include in-house targeted and whole genome sequencing capabilities and expert testimony availability. No specific pricing, contract term, or funding amounts are detailed in the requisition memo.