Title
Life Technologies Corporation
Description
For $67,538 in payment authority to purchase a one-year service agreement for the two Life Technologies 3500xL Genetic Analyzers, and three 7500 Real Time PCR System instruments, utilized by the Forensic DNA Section of the Laboratory Services Bureau. These instruments are proprietary and have been validated for use with laboratory reagents in order to meet national standards. The Forensic DNA Section uses these instruments to conduct DNA analyses on biological evidence. Annual service is required to meet federal standards for DNA casework laboratories. Funding is available in the Police Department budget.