Scdppps livescan RFP

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive statewide LiveScan fingerprinting system replacement covering 52 locations across the state's 46 counties. The RFP requires a turnkey solution that meets SLED and FBI certification standards, capable of capturing fingerprints, palm prints, mugshots, IRIS scans, and electronic signatures. Proposers must provide complete hardware, software, servers, message switches, transaction monitoring systems, and related services, with a requirement of at least five years of experience in providing LiveScan equipment and services. The procurement will be evaluated in two phases, focusing on technical capabilities and business impact, with offerors needing to demonstrate comprehensive system integration and compliance with state and federal information security protocols. The project is scheduled to begin in November 2025, with full deployment and installation to be completed by March 14, 2026, and the total contract period running from November 1, 2025, to October 30, 2030. The RFP requires line-item pricing for all components, including hardware, software, installation, training, and maintenance, covering all 52 units plus spares and testing equipment. Proposals are due by July 15, 2025, with the contract structured as an initial one-year term and four potential one-year renewals.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the procurement will integrate with existing infrastructure including Active Directory, SLED, FBI, RISC, and OIS databases, which currently manage 309,924 records. The system requires compatibility with existing SCDPPPS systems and must provide comprehensive data exchange mechanisms across multiple governmental identification platforms. Proposers will need to demonstrate robust security practices, as evidenced by the detailed Service Provider Security Assessment Questionnaire, which requires third-party security certifications like ISO/IEC 27001 or AICPA SOC reports. The technical specifications, outlined in the FBI's Electronic Biometric Transmission Specification (EBTS) Version 11.2, will serve as the baseline for system requirements. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the procurement—covering 52 locations with complete hardware, software, and service requirements—suggests a significant investment in modernizing the state's biometric data collection infrastructure. The solicitation indicates a preference for vendors with extensive experience in law enforcement and judicial information systems, with a focus on robust, secure, and integrated technological solutions.