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Think Sipowicz with a hi-tech scanner.

The National Institute of Justice is seeking proposals for a device that can immediately scan crime scenes — bodies, suspects, CCTV camera data recordings, blood traces, you name it — and prisoners, for evidence in investigations.

The device should meet the following requirements:

1. Detection of the “broad spectrum” of contraband, including metallic and nonmetallic weapons, at any controlled access point. The preferred solution would be a product that, once commercialized, would be commercially available for under $25,000. To prevent contraband from entering correctional facilities, the preferred technology will be a portal that can also detect contraband concealed within body cavities. 2. Noninvasive, continuous monitoring of a subject’s use of both illegal and prescription substances. 3. Detection of trace blood at crime scenes from a distance of 5 feet or greater. 4. Accurate detection of gunshot residue in the field in real time. 5. Ability to extract full streams of digital multimedia evidence (DME) from incompatible systems, while maintaining the integrity of the metadata.

via Grants.gov – Find Grant Opportunities – Opportunity Synopsis.