Title
Life Technologies Corporation
Description
For $71,548.42 in payment authority to purchase a one-year service agreement for various DNA analysis instruments for the Police Department's Laboratory Services Bureau (LSB). The Forensic DNA Section of the LSB requires a service agreement for two 3,500xL Genetic Analyzers and three 7,500 Real-Time PCR Systems. These instruments are utilized to conduct DNA analyses on biological evidence and have been authorized for use with laboratory reagents to meet national standards. Annual services are required for these instruments to maintain compliance with federal standards for DNA casework laboratories. Funding is available in the Police Department's budget.