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title: "DoJ - FSNI - Provision of a Continuous Probability Software System for the Interpretation and Statistical Analysis of Forensic DNA Profiles"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03494e"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DOJ FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND"
published: "2022-06-22"
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# DoJ - FSNI - Provision of a Continuous Probability Software System for the Interpretation and Statistical Analysis of Forensic DNA Profiles

Buyer: DOJ FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03494e

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017065-2022 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DOJ FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND |
| Locality | CARRICKFERGUS |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT38 8PL |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0F Mid and East Antrim |
| Local authority | Mid and East Antrim |
| Electoral ward | Greenisland |
| Westminster constituency | East Antrim |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2022 at 13:59 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017065-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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