FARO Focus Premium 3D Laser Scanners

Greenville County's Procurement Services Division is seeking proposals for two FARO Focus Premium 3D Laser Scanners for its Forensics Division, with the primary objective of upgrading existing crime scene investigation technology. The Request for Proposal (RFP), issued on January 13, 2023, requires vendors to provide scanners with specific technical specifications, including color resolution up to 266MPx, a 300-degree vertical and 360-degree horizontal field of view, and smartphone-enabled remote control capabilities. Proposals were due by February 3, 2023, at 3:00 pm through the county's online procurement portal, with an anticipated proposal review period from February 3-17, 2023, and a tentative award date of February 17, 2023. The evaluation criteria are comprehensive and equally weighted across seven categories: responsiveness to the RFP, vendor experience, references, cost, ability to meet technical specifications, trade-in options, and warranty. Vendors must provide software compatible with FARO SCENE and FARO Zone 3D, or an equivalent solution at no additional cost, and offer a minimum one-year warranty. The county will also accept trade-ins of their current FARO Focus 3D x330 and 1st Generation Freestyle scanners.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears open to vendors capable of meeting the technical and operational requirements for the laser scanning equipment. While no incumbent vendors are specifically highlighted beyond the county's current FARO scanners, the RFP indicates an existing technological infrastructure that requires seamless integration with current forensic investigation systems. The county reserves the right to interview respondents or request product demonstrations, suggesting a thorough vetting process. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documents, the procurement is for two high-end 3D laser scanners with advanced forensic capabilities, indicating a potentially significant investment. The projection for purchase order issuance is February 24, 2023, with the expectation of replacing and upgrading the current forensic scanning equipment to enhance investigation documentation processes.