RFI # CRD202606051441 Mobile Biometrics Identification Devices

The Texas Department of Public Safety is issuing an RFI for mobile biometric identification devices capable of fingerprint and biometric matching during law enforcement traffic stops and investigations, with responses due July 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. This RFI does not constitute a binding procurement solicitation and carries no contractual obligation or commitment by TXDPS to award a contract.

Devices must meet FBI specifications, including approval on the FBI's certified devices list, 500 pixels per inch resolution or PIV specifications, and fingerprint acquisition profile of 30 or greater. Solutions must operate on iOS and Android platforms, comply with FBI CJIS security guidelines and TXDPS information technology standards, and accommodate fingerprint identification requests containing 2 to 10 finger images.

The RFI seeks vendor information on device connectivity in remote areas, interface capabilities with internal and external TXDPS systems, data retention and purge protocols, encryption and cybersecurity compliance, third-party software dependencies, implementation history at local, state, and federal levels, and any additional hardware or software requirements. Respondents may be required to provide oral presentations and product demonstrations following the submission deadline at their own expense. Questions and clarifications must be submitted by June 30, 2026, with TXDPS responses provided by July 3, 2026. Responses become TXDPS property and will not be returned. Vendors should submit responses electronically through the TXDPS Online Bid Room or via email to relationship manager Harry Gammad.