CJIS_Fingerprinting_for_Contractors.pdf

This is an instructional document issued by Pierce County, Washington, outlining the fingerprinting requirements for contractors and vendors seeking to work on county projects. The document provides procedural guidance for obtaining Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprinting, which is a prerequisite for contractor and vendor engagement with Pierce County. The instructions direct applicants to schedule fingerprint appointments online through southsoundwa.permitium.com/fingerprint/start, complete required information, pay the fingerprinting fee, and select "Pierce County Contractor/Vendor" as the purchase option. Appointments are conducted at South Sound 911 located at 3580 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, Washington. Applicants must bring valid identification to their scheduled appointments. The document is presented in both English and Spanish to accommodate bilingual applicants.

This fingerprinting requirement applies to contractors bidding on Pierce County contracts, including the Countywide Generator Maintenance and Repairs project, which seeks a licensed contractor to provide periodic maintenance and repairs to county-owned generators throughout Pierce County in accordance with manufacturer specifications. The fingerprinting process represents a standard compliance and background check requirement established by Pierce County prior to contract award and performance.