Forensic Testing.

This contract is for forensic testing services, including DNA analysis and other related services. The contract is between the State of West Virginia and BODE Technology, and has a term of one year with two optional renewals. The contract includes provisions for payment, insurance, and confidentiality. The scope of the service to be provided will be more clearly defined in the specifications included with the contract. Some key points of the contract include: the Vendor must maintain certain insurance policies, the State is exempt from federal and state taxes, and the Vendor is not permitted to charge additional fees or assess additional charges that were not included in the original contract. Some of the key services that will be provided under this contract include: • DNA Analysis of known reference • Comparison to Previously Generated DNA Profile The contract also includes provisions for reports, background checks, and indemnification. The Vendor will provide the Agency and/or the Purchasing Division with quarterly reports detailing the total quantity of purchases in units and dollars, along with a listing of purchases by agency. The State reserves the right to prohibit a service provider's employees from accessing sensitive or critical information or to be present at the Capitol complex based on the results of a criminal background check. The Vendor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the State and the Agency from and against any claims or losses for services rendered by any subcontractor, person, or firm performing or supplying services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of the Contract.