The Department of Public Safety (DPS) seeks to procure FBI Approved Rapid DNA Systems that comply with the FBI’s standards for Rapid DNA analysis and CODIS/NDIS participation, as well as an associated service plan. Rapid DNA is defined by the FBI as the fully automated process of developing a DNA profile from a mouth swab in one to two hours, without human intervention or review. The systems must: Be FBI‑approved Rapid DNA instruments for CODIS/NDIS use (currently the ANDE 6C Rapid DNA Analysis System and the Applied Biosystems RapidHIT™ ID System). See below for system specifications. Generate DNA profiles suitable for enrollment into CODIS/NDIS during the booking process, enabling searches against unsolved crimes within 24 hours. Operate under FBI‑established Rapid DNA Booking Station standards, including integration with Live Scan fingerprint capture, criminal history information, and qualifying offense data. Maintain compliance with FBI Quality Assurance Standards (QAS) and CODIS laboratory accreditation requirements (ISO 17025) for forensic casework, effective July 1, 2025. Provide validated cartridges/chips and system software versions approved by NDIS for reference mouth swabs. Support DPS crime laboratory operations by ensuring compatibility with CODIS workflows, security requirements, and data integrity standards. The system specifications are as follows: A. Applied Biosystems RAPIDHIT ID System 1. Applied Biosystems RAPIDHIT ID SYSTEM – a. System includes the following features: i. Provides sample reading in a minimum of 90 minutes ii. Consumable tracking through radio frequency identification (RFID) iii. Touchscreen display iv. Facial recognition and barcode camera
