DoJ - FSNI - Provision of a Continuous Probability Software System for the Interpretation and Statistical Analysis of Forensic DNA Profiles

Concepts

• software package
• carrickfergus
• fsni
• provision of a continuous probability software system
• statistical analysis of forensic dna profiles
• dna unit
• information systems
• continuous probability software system
• continuous probability software cots
• interpretation

Location

Northern Ireland:

Description

The DNA unit within FSNI manages the throughput of all evidential samples taken from persons arrested by the police in connection with recordable offences, samples recovered from crime scenes and samples recovered from exhibits. FSNI wishes to appoint a Contractor for the Provision, Installation, Maintenance and Support of a Fully Continuous Probability Software System for the interpretation and statistical analysis of forensic DNA profiles. The services required include the provisioning and licensing for a fully continuous probability software COTS (Commercial off the Shelf) package, on-site installation (if required), training, maintenance and support. The key objectives and outcomes to be achieved are: • A system that generates a likelihood ratio by considering observations under two propositions; and • While considering biological parameters such as peak height ratios, mixture ratios and stutter percentages.

Total Quantity or Scope

• A system that generates a likelihood ratio by considering observations under two propositions; and • While considering biological parameters such as peak height ratios, mixture ratios and stutter percentages. Additional information: The Contractor must comply with the specification in full.

Renewal Options

The contract is anticipated to be renewed on expiry of the final contract period and prior to March 2038 (if the two options to extend are taken up).

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 48000000 - Software package and information systems
• 48400000 - Business transaction and personal business software package
• 48460000 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software package

Indicators

• This is a recurring contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are available.

Other Information

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