Lafayette Polygraph Systems for MSP Polygraph Section

The Michigan State Police (MSP) issued a Request for Proposal on April 14, 2021, for the procurement of a complete Lafayette Instrument Polygraph Systems package for the MSP Polygraph Section. The RFP specifies the delivery of 13 LX6 DAS polygraph instruments with associated components, including USB cables, seat sensors, pneumo assemblies, EDA assemblies, pump bulbs with gauges, standard arm cuffs, and backpacks. Additionally, the procurement includes LX Software packages (OSS2, OSS3, and Polyscore), 11 3.5MM 6-foot cables, 2 activity sensor feet, 1 vinyl subject chair with adjustable arms, and 13 LX6-PLE units. The RFP requires vendors to be either the manufacturer of the Lafayette equipment or an authorized distributor, and all bids are brand and model specific with no alternate bids accepted. The evaluation criteria prioritize the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest overall price while meeting all RFP requirements. Key deadlines include April 19, 2021, for submission of bidder questions, April 21, 2021, for posting of answers, and April 28, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time for proposal submission. Equipment delivery is required within 60 days after issuance of the Purchase Order, with delivery to the Michigan State Police Lansing Forensic Laboratory Polygraph Section on an F.O.B. destination basis. All pricing must be inclusive of one-time setup charges, shipping, handling, and applicable taxes are excluded from the bid price.

This procurement contains no set-aside designations or restrictions limiting bidder eligibility based on disadvantaged enterprise status; however, vendors must be certified as either the manufacturer or authorized distributor of Lafayette equipment. All personnel accessing criminal justice information systems or facilities must pass fingerprint-based background checks. Pricing should include proposed quick payment terms with a percentage discount for payment within a specified number of days after invoice receipt. The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate, Workers' Compensation insurance according to applicable Michigan law, and Employers Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $500,000 per accident. The standard manufacturer warranty shall apply to all equipment, with warranty information required to be submitted with the bid. If the contract value equals or exceeds $250,000, the award is subject to approval by the State Administrative Board. The RFP does not specify a budget range or anticipated award value, though the insurance and approval requirements suggest a substantial contract value.