HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 25 - Evidence TestingMEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 4, 2025
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF EVIDENCE TESTING FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the purchase of professional services
for evidence testing from Signature Science for the Police Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD)
fund for an estimated amount of $45,000.
BACKGROUND: This request is for the use of professional services for evidence testing.
Signature Science provides DNA testing for criminal investigations that the
Texas Department of Public Safety and the University of North Texas can
no longer accomplish due to caseload. This testing is instrumental in
identifying suspects of serious criminal offenses through the DNA that is
left at a crime scene.
This procurement will be made in accordance with Local Government
Code Chapter 252, Subchapter B, § 252.022. General Exemptions (a) (4),
personal, professional or planning services.
Staff recommends approval.
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