Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #FDLE-SS-2642
FDLE Single Source Procurement of TopMatch-3D Firearm Scanners from Cadre Research
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
May 04, 2026
Identifier
FDLE-SS-2642
NAICS
333316
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is seeking to enhance its forensic ballistics capabilities through the acquisition of advanced 3D firearm scanning technology. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Investigations and Forensic Services - Primary contact: Greer Hannigan - OEM and Vendor: - Cadre Research (also known as Cadre Forensics) is the sole source and manufacturer - Products Requested: - Two (2) portable 3D firearm scanners featuring TopMatch-3D High-Capacity GelSight-based imaging and analysis systems - Includes patented electromagnetic gel-pad scanning for reflective metal surfaces - Integrated validated virtual comparison microscopy (VCM) software - Designed for use in accredited crime laboratories - Unique Requirements: - Only Cadre Research offers the patented GelSight technology and validated VCM software - No resellers or alternative sources are available for this product - Scanners will be deployed at FDLE's Tallahassee and Orlando crime laboratories to support forensic investigations
Description
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) intends to procure two portable 3D firearm scanning systems with TopMatch-3D High-Capacity GelSight-based imaging and analysis technology for forensic ballistics. This single source procurement aims to enhance the speed and technical capabilities of the firearms discipline within FDLE's accredited crime laboratories in Tallahassee and Orlando. The technology includes patented gel-pad scanning for reflective metal surfaces and validated virtual comparison microscopy software, unique to the sole provider, Cadre Research. The notice serves as a statutorily mandated advertisement of the intended single source procurement and invites information from prospective vendors.