Intent to Single Source for DTI Data Recovery Storage System

AI Summary

Tampa Police Department seeks a single source for data recovery services from a Network Attached Storage system with secure chain of custody in the Tampa Bay Area. The vendor must be an authorized distributor and trusted by law enforcement agencies. Submission requires proof of authorization and ability to provide service.

Opportunity details

Solicitation No.: 289002
Type / RFx: Source Sought
Status: open
Level: city
Published Date: July 30, 2026
Due Date: August 5, 2026
NAICS Code: 541690 AI guide
Jurisdiction: City of Tampa
State: Florida
Agency: City of Tampa

Description

Tampa Police Department needs the capability to hand delivery sensitive data and secure chain of custody to location of the data recovery services is vital to be in the Tampa Bay Area. A service that is used by multiple law enforcement agencies verifies the integrity of the company and the effectiveness of their specialized tools and methods.

Background

Tampa Police Department digital forensics unit requires the recovery of data from Network Attached Storage (NAS) system. The NAS system was originally installed in 2017 and intended to store data. The manufacturer's warranty expired and in transferring information there was a power outage and the information was unable to be retrieve so the process was not completed.

Project Details

Reference ID: 26-X-01563
Department: Police
Department Head: Lee Bercaw (Chief of Police)

Evaluation Criteria

Additional Specifications —
The prospective bidder must be an authorized manufacturer's distributor or dealer who can quote the product and also provide warranty service, maintenance or repairs if and when requested for the quoted product provided to the City.

Submission Requirements

Are you able to provide the requested goods or services as described in the requirements of this Intent to Single Source? (required)
Please upload documentation that you are an authorized vendor for this product/service. (required)

Key dates

July 30, 2026Published
August 5, 2026Responses Due

AI classification tags

data recovery services digital forensics network attached storage law enforcement services data security chain of custody

Frequently asked questions

SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.