FY17-FR0-Latent Fingerprint Analysis

The District of Columbia is seeking proposals for a Latent Fingerprint Analysis contract, designated with the procurement ID FY17-FR0, which was posted on April 26, 2017, with a submission deadline of May 10, 2017. This procurement appears to be focused on forensic services specifically related to latent fingerprint examination and analysis, likely for law enforcement or criminal justice purposes. The contract appears to require specialized forensic expertise in fingerprint identification, comparison, and expert testimony. Potential vendors must demonstrate advanced capabilities in forensic science, specifically in fingerprint analysis techniques, pattern recognition, and evidentiary documentation. While detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly provided in the available information, typical requirements for such forensic contracts include demonstrated professional credentials, technical proficiency, laboratory capabilities, and prior experience with similar forensic analysis work. The tight timeline between posting and submission dates suggests this is a time-sensitive procurement requiring rapid response from qualified forensic professionals or laboratories.

The contract opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation based on the provided information. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be open to qualified forensic science providers with specialized latent fingerprint analysis capabilities. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, similar forensic service contracts in municipal jurisdictions typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on the volume and complexity of required analysis. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive forensic laboratory infrastructure, advanced technological capabilities for fingerprint comparison and analysis, and professional certifications relevant to forensic science. Vendors should also be prepared to potentially integrate with existing District of Columbia criminal justice or law enforcement technology systems and demonstrate compliance with relevant forensic evidence handling and documentation standards.