Biometric Identification and Custody Imaging System Replacement

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 31 October 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management (DPFEM) is seeking to engage an experienced supplier to provide a modern, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) biometric identification and custody imaging solution for Tasmania Police. Scope The scope includes: Lawful, secure and reliable capture, quality assurance, transmission and storage of fingerprints, palm prints, custody photographs and licence application photographs across the State Supporting interoperability with relevant National biometric systems Contractor Requirements Experience in providing biometric identification and custody imaging solutions Provision of a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solution meeting operational, investigative, evidentiary and legislative requirements Enquiries Contact: Jacqueline Direen Email: Project.Fusion@police.tas.gov.au

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