BID - DNA Testing Laboratory Services 2012

This document is a set of guidelines and requirements for the provision of DNA testing services as part of the Biotracks Expansion Project. The document outlines various protocols and standards that must be followed by the contractor, as well as specific instructions for handling and analyzing DNA evidence samples. The document emphasizes the importance of quality control and assurance in DNA testing, including the need for technical reviews and comparisons with staff profiles to identify potential contamination. It also provides guidelines for editing genotyper files to remove non-allelic peaks and artifacts that may affect the accuracy of the analysis. The document includes instructions for the organization and assembly of case files, specifying the types of paperwork and data that should be included. It also addresses the storage of excess DNA extracts and the provision of quality control samples with each shipment. Furthermore, the document highlights the requirement for the contractor to provide three references from companies or public agencies not affiliated with the laboratory, as part of the evaluation process. It also emphasizes that any failure to provide these references will negatively impact the evaluation of the contractor. The document also addresses the need for the contractor to provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings and to comply with specific cost proposals for travel fees and other litigation expenses. It prohibits subcontracting without express approval from the NYPD. The document concludes with a table of contents for the various attachments included, which cover topics such as quality assurance standards, forensic biology protocols, evidence packaging worksheets, and corrective action procedures. Overall, the document provides detailed guidelines and requirements for the provision of DNA testing services, ensuring accuracy, quality control, and adherence to legal standards. It also emphasizes the importance of providing references from external sources to evaluate the contractor's capabilities.