GeneMapper ID-X Software

The City of Mesa’s Police Department required a specialized bio‑informatics tool for DNA‑profile analysis and selected GeneMapper ID‑X software. The procurement was carried out as a sole‑source award to Life Technologies Corporation for a fixed amount of roughly $45 K. The solicitation included a brief 7‑day competition window, after which the City proceeded with the award. No performance timeline, renewal options, or detailed deliverables were disclosed beyond the software acquisition. • Scope: Purchase of GeneMapper ID‑X software for forensic DNA analysis. • Value: $44,975.31 (fixed‑price). • Vendor: Sole‑source to Life Technologies Corporation. • Competition: Limited to a 7‑day window; no other bids received. • Contacts: Kristy Garcia (city procurement) and Cheryl Noll (city procurement).