Tender

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

DOJ FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND

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22 Jun 2022 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Justice Forensic Science Northern Ireland (DoJ FSNI) is currently in the Tender stage of procurement for the provision of a Continuous Probability Software System aimed at enhancing the statistical analysis of forensic DNA profiles. The procurement, classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV: 48000000), seeks a contractor to deliver not only the software solution but also installation, training, maintenance, and ongoing support. Important dates include the announcement on 22nd June 2022, and it's essential for interested parties to be mindful of specific deadlines related to submission and evaluation processes, which can typically be found on the eTendersNI platform. The contract type is identified as a Goods procurement, highlighting the emphasis on products necessary for forensic analysis.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in software development, particularly those with experience in commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions for forensic applications. Companies proficient in providing technical support and maintenance for complex software systems would find themselves well-suited to compete. The requirement for a Continuous Probability Software System creates avenues for firms that specialise in statistical data interpretation and forensic technology, making it an ideal contract for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the forensic science sector.

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Notice Title

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

Notice 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03494e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017065-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DOJ FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND
Contact Name
SSDAdmin.CPDfinance-ni.gov.uk
Contact Email
ssdadmin.cpd@finance-ni.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARRICKFERGUS
Postcode
BT38 8PL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Greenisland
Westminster Constituency
East Antrim

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