ESBD_525723_1781042339891_CRD202606051441 Mobile Biometric Identification Devices.pdf

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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Request for Information

RFI # CRD202606051441

Mobile Biometrics Identification Devices

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1. INTRODUCTION/OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) publishes this Request for Information (RFI) seeking current information related to mobile biometric identification devices (Mobile ID). DPS may use the collected data to determine functionality offerings and build requirements around the needed functions.

1.1 Agency Liability and Confidential Information

This RFI is only a request for information and no contractual obligation on behalf of the TXDPS whatsoever shall arise from the RFI process. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Offer (RFO), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or other solicitation, nor does it constitute the commitment to issue any solicitation in the future. Therefore, those choosing to respond to this RFI will, merely by virtue of submitting such a response, NOT be deemed to be “bidders” in any sense, and no such respondent will have any preference, special designation, advantage or disadvantage whatsoever in any subsequent procurement process related to this RFI.

This RFI does not commit the TXDPS to pay costs incurred in the preparation or submission of any response to the RFI. It is the responsibility of the potential respondent to monitor the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) for additional information pertaining to this RFI.

Pursuant to §552.301(c) of the Public Information Act (PIA), the Director has designated the following portal for public information requests: Public Information Center | Texas Department of Public Safety (govqa.us) or by emailing publicrecords@dps.texas.gov . Respondents are advised that materials contained in their response are subject to the aforementioned section of the PIA. Note: A request must be sent directly to that address or through the Department’s Public Information Request Page on our public website, found at Public Information Requests | Department of Public Safety (texas.gov). A request emailed to any other Department email address does not trigger the requirements of the PIA.

If Respondent asserts that any material in the response is confidential or proprietary information, Respondent must clearly mark the applicable pages of respondent’s submission in boldface type to indicate each claim of confidentiality and include the words “confidential” at the top of the page. Additionally, Respondent must include statement on company letterhead identifying all Response section(s) and specific pages(s) that have been marked as confidential and explain why the information is marked as confidential and excepted from public disclosure under the provisions of the Texas Public Information Act (the Act). Merely making a blanket claim that the entire Response is protected from disclosure because it contains some proprietary information is not acceptable and will make the entire Response subject to release under the Act.

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1.2 BACKGROUND INFORMATION/HISTORY

Fingerprint and other biometric comparison technology provide a modern approach to a science that used to involve printing individuals on heavyweight paper and manually comparing those prints to others in a repository looking for a match. Current technology identifies individuals by matching submitted fingerprints and biometrics, primarily captured by Livescan devices in a booking environment to those in the state’s fingerprint repository. DPS is requesting information from vendors about the capabilities of mobile identification devices and software that can be used by law enforcement officers during traffic stops or investigations to quickly identify individuals of interest.

This RFI seeks to identify technical specifications and other information as well as unique qualities or benefits of individual devices or systems (solutions). Responses will be reviewed with the goal of developing a solicitation for eventual award by DPS.

2. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND TIMELINES

RFI issue date: 06/09/2026 Deadline for questions/clarifications to the RFI (Close of Business)

06/30/2026

Deadline for responses to questions/clarifications (Close of Business)

07/03/2026

Deadline for submission of RFI: 07/10/2026

To maintain the integrity of the RFI process, all communications with respondents pertaining to this RFI must be referred to and/or coordinated with the TXDPS point of contact referenced below.

Instructions to Recipients

1. You are requested to complete the enclosed questionnaire and return by July 10th, 2026, by 5:00 P.M.

2. All respondents responding to this RFI may be required to make a demonstration/presentation of products/services following the deadline for submission upon request by TXDPS. TXDPS shall not be responsible for expenses incurred by a respondent in the preparation and submission of Information. This provision also includes any costs involved in providing an oral presentation/demonstration of product/services.

3. Please list the question (included in the enclosed questionnaire) before each response.

4. All questions/clarifications must be submitted on or before June 30th, 2026.

Responses for this RFI are to be submitted electronically using the TXDPS Online Bid Room.

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Access to the TXDPS Online Bid Room is a two-step process

Step 1: Register as a vendor for the Online Bid Room at TXDPS Vendor Management *NOTE: It can take up to two business days to receive username and password

Step 2: Once registered, enter the RFI number in “Search for Opportunity” and click “Search.”

Upload submission of RFI to the Online Bid Room.

Electronic transmission via email to Harry Gammad is required for both question/clarifications and RFI proposal submission.

Relationship Manager: Harry Gammad, CTCD, CTCM Email: harry.gammad@dps.texas.gov

3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Devices must be included on the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s list of approved devices, https://fbibiospecs.fbi.gov/certifications-1/cpl, and have specifications with 500 pixels per inch (PPI), or have personal identity verification (PIV) specifications. Devices should have a fingerprint acquisition profile (FAP) of 30 or greater. Specifications can be found at https://fbibiospecs.fbi.gov/ebts-1/approved-ebts .

B. Mobile ID should accept, process, and respond to fingerprint identification requests that contain between 2 and 10 images of fingers. The recommended fingers for mobile ID searches are 2 and 7 (the index fingers). General mobile ID information can be found at https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records-service/mobile-id .

C. Solution must comply with the Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security guidelines, DPS Information Technology Standards and Requirements, and Cyber Security Contract Requirements.

D. Solution must be based on current industry software design principles and architecture that have active support mechanisms, which are not at or near the end of life for support and must be flexible enough to anticipate the growth expectations and complexity of the processes required for law enforcement.

E. DPS is interested in Respondents’ input into the possibilities of other technologies and/or services that are not specifically mentioned in this RFI, but which may enhance the implementation or functionality of the Mobile ID solution. This may include an implementation plan that could include your approach/strategy, deliverables, and schedule to reduce overall costs to manage, and/or maintain the new Mobile ID solution.

# Feature Description

1 Operating Systems Must be able to run on iOS, and/or Android, operating systems

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Retention of data/auto-purge

Rules for records retention and automatic destruction when retention period expires

3 Customized results format Allow DPS to customize the output format 4 Statistical reports Provides reports defined by DPS

5 Interfaces Multiple interface development and maintenance from systems internal to DPS and external, including the criminal history repository.

6 Failure notification Notify system administrators of any system or program errors or failures.

7 Notifications System notifications and banners

3.1 RFI QUESTIONS

TXDPS is requesting responses to the following questions. Additional explanation and/or capabilities can also be provided:

1. How does your solution meet the above general requirements and contain the listed features?

2. How does your device access and maintain connectivity to the internet? These devices will be used in all parts of the state so access in remote areas is a priority.

3. Can the responses be delivered to devices other than the Mobile ID device used for submission (i.e. phones, tablets, laptops, etc.)?

4. How much experience does your company have with a multitude of connections and interfaces? Please explain and/or provide examples of your product in other states.

5. What CJIS security-compliance encryption experience does your company have? What are your system’s encryption options?

6. Will additional third-party software be required? If so, do you have access to correct any issues with the software as it pertains to your solution?

7. Are any system or sub-system functions administered by a third party? If so, how do you handle any issues, releases, updates, etc.?

8. Has your system been implemented at local, state, and federal levels? Explain your implementation methodology and experience with each level, including the number of devices deployed.

9. Does the mobile ID device need to be connected to a secondary device to process the fingerprints?

10. Are there any additional hardware, software, or peripherals that are required to utilize your device?

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4. TIME TABLE

The respondent’s response shall include a timetable that will include product configuration deployment, testing, and acceptance.

5. LIMITATIONS

Changes may occur between the publishing of this RFI and any subsequent RFIs. There also may be differences between this RFI and other relevant documents.

Respondent’s staff must be able to pass requisite background checks in order to gain access to:

DPS Data for either server or cloud-based installation and maintenance.

6. INDUSTRY DISCUSSIONS

TXDPS representatives may or may not choose to meet with potential respondents.

Suchdiscussions would only be intended to get further clarification of potential capability tomeet the requirements, especially any development and certification risks. Oral presentations and product demonstrations may be requested from the Respondents.

7. SUMMARY

THIS IS A REQUISITION FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY to identify technical specifications and other information as well as unique qualities or benefits of individual systems for Mobile ID. The information provided in this RFI is subject to change and is not binding by the DPS. Any additional forms included with this RFI document are for reference and informational purposes only. DPS has not made a commitment to procure any of the items discussed, and release of this RFI should not be construed as such a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought. All submissions become DPS property and will not be returned.

8. RESPONDENT INFORMATION

Respondents must provide the following:

Company Name:

Street Address:

City/State/Zip:

RFI Point of Contact:

Title:

Phone:

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Email:

Company Web Page Address:

NOTE: The respondent acknowledges that they have read all instructions carefully. Complete all requirements as outlined in this RFI, sign and submit in accordance with Section 2 Schedule of Events and Timelines.

RESPONDENT SIGNATURE(S)

Signature of Authorized Representative Name - Printed Date