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JUSTIFICATION:
The police department is requesting the purchase of a Pen -Link LINCOLN Software, systems,
three years of maintenance to include onsite installation, setup and training. Pen -Link, Ltd.,
offers many unique features in one integrated package that include the following: the Pen -Link
software interfaces with the LINCOLN Intercept Systems used by a wide variety of local, state
and federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies for pen register and wiretap intercepts; it
can auto load third party intercept systems which relieves the intelligence analyst from manual
intervention; analytical capabilities such flexible reporting, auxiliary intelligence databases,
interfaces with public records providers, events databases (store information about other case-
related- events_ like photos, video and audio clips), IP database to.intercept targeted subjects
internet activity, automated analysis, graphical analyses, call frequency charts, link charts, time
lines, GIS mapping, and exporting data and work product for distribution to other sites while
sharing with cooperating agencies.
HOW IS THIS ITEM GOING TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF SERVICE TO THE
CUSTOMER / CITIZENS?
The Pen -Link system offers a comprehensive set of features to help investigators and analyst
spend their time investigating and analyzing, rather than manipulating data to move it from one
system to another. This system is an invaluable tool that will greatly enhance the Criminal
Investigations Division's capabilities that will enable the investigators to carry out their duties
and responsibilities in a more effective and efficient manner.
IS THIS A REPLACEMENT ITEM? YES ❑ NO ® (If yes, why?)
IS THIS AN EMERGENCY ITEM? YES " NO
IS THIS PURCHASE USING A SOLE SOURCE VENDOR? YES ISI NO LJ (If es, wh ?)
Pen -Link, Ltd. is the sole source provider of this system.
IS THIS A LOCAL VENDOR? YES U NO If no, explain?)
Sole source vendor -
IS_ THIS THE LOWEST BID_ ? YES ❑_ NO ® (If no, explain?)
Sole source vendor
FUNDING SOURCE: LETF TOTAL EXPENDITURE: $112,948.20
Commission Hearing Date:
07- 00 793- 5)m r- is y- y Facfi Sh eet"
7/23/09
Item#: PH - 3
POLICE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FACT SHEET
This is a brief summary of agenda items that pertain to the Miami Police
Department. We are providing answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The goal of this summary is to provide the Commission with detailed information to
enhance your review and approval process.
Should you have any additional questions, or require additional information
regarding this item, please contact my office and.I will.have a Police Department
representative provide you with needed information.
Note: On certain items we may be able to provide a static display for your review
upon your request.
John F. Timoney
Chief of Police
305-603-6100
Commission- Hearing Date: July 23, 2009
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