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- PD-25-605
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This is an editable narrative proposal template for the City of Long Beach's request for proposals to provide pre-employment polygraph examination services for the Long Beach Police Department. The RFP seeks qualified professionals, teams, or firms capable of conducting comprehensive polygraph screenings with the capacity to handle 100-125 examinations within a two-month period. Proposers must complete the template and submit it as their narrative proposal, addressing organizational capacity, experience, method of approach, and communications and reporting capabilities. The template requires proposers to demonstrate relevant experience conducting polygraph examinations for law enforcement or government agencies, provide examples of similar engagements, and detail staffing plans with key personnel qualifications. Out-of-state contractors must register with the California Secretary of State before contract execution.
The proposal template establishes specific performance metrics and requirements including a minimum of five examinations per day with capacity for up to twelve during peak periods, results submission within two days of completion, and maintenance of at least three certified examiners on staff. Proposers must address risk mitigation strategies, data security protocols, compliance with California and City regulations, equipment and technical standards, and communication and coordination procedures with the City. The template requires identification of any subcontractors, their qualifications, and proof of payment procedures. References from similar previous engagements and detailed workplans with timelines and milestones are required components of the submission. The template does not specify submission deadlines, award dates, contract terms, pricing requirements, or funding amounts within the document itself.
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4.3 Narrative Proposal Template
An editable version of the template below has been posted to Long Beach Buys. Proposers should complete the editable template and submit it as their narrative proposal.
Organizational Capacity & Experience
PROPOSER CONTACT INFORMATION
| Organization |
| Company Name |
Company Address
Federal Tax ID Number
Website
| Authorized Representative |
| Name |
Title
Email Address
Phone Number
| Other Point of Contact (if required) |
| Name |
Title
Email Address
Phone Number
PROPOSER CAPACITY & EXPERIENCE
What type of enterprise is the organization?
Note: An out-of-state Contractor must register with the State of California Secretary of State before a contract can be executed. (http://www.sos.ca.gov/business/).
☐ Non-Profit
☐ Sole Proprietorship
☐ General Partnership
☐ Corporation
State and Date of incorporation:
☐ Limited Liability Company
☐ Other _________________________________
Please describe why the organization is qualified to provide the services described in this RFP (1-2 paragraphs).
Please describe the length of time your organization has been providing polygraph examination services to law enforcement or government agencies. (1-3 sentences)
Can you provide examples of similar engagements where your organization successfully conducted pre-employment polygraph screenings? Please include the scope of the project and the number of examinations completed. (2-4 sentences)
What experience does your organization have in handling high-volume polygraph examinations, such as those required by the City of Long Beach, where 100-125 examinations may be conducted within a two-month period? (2-3 sentences)
How many employees does the organization have in total both locally and nationally? Specify the number of full-time and part-time employees residing in Long Beach.
Where are the representative(s) that would service the City’s account located?
Please provide an overview of the staffing plan for this project, including the names, titles, and roles of key personnel involved. For each key staff member include a brief description of their relevant experience (1 paragraph) or attach their resume.
REFERENCES
| Reference 1 |
| Company |
Project Manager
Phone Number
Project Description
Project Start and End Dates
| Reference 2 |
| Company |
Project Manager
Phone Number
Project Description
Project Start and
| Reference 3 |
| Company |
Project Manager
Phone Number
Project Description
Project Start and
| Reference 4 |
| Company |
Project Manager
Phone Number
Project Description
Project Start and
| Reference 5 |
| Company |
Project Manager
Phone Number
Project Description
Project Start and
SUB-CONTRACTOR CONTACT INFORMATION
| Does the proposal include subcontractors? |
| ☐ Yes |
☐ No
If applicable, provide the following for all subcontractors included in this proposal.
| Organization |
| Company Name |
Company Address
| Authorized Representative |
| Name |
Title
Email Address
Phone Number
| Other Point of Contact (if required) |
| Name |
Title
Email Address
Phone Number
SUBCONTRACTOR CAPACITY & EXPERIENCE
| What type of enterprise is the organization? |
| ☐ Non-Profit |
☐ Sole Proprietorship
☐ General Partnership
☐ Corporation
State and Date of incorporation:
☐ Limited Liability Company
☐ Other _________________________________
Which specific requirements of this RFP will the subcontractor perform?
Please describe why the organization is qualified to provide the services described in this RFP (1-2 paragraphs).
Please describe the length of time the organization has been providing the services described in this RFP (1-3 sentences).
How many employees does the organization have nationally, locally, and residing in Long Beach?
Where are the representative(s) that would service the City’s account located?
Please provide an overview of the staffing plan for this project, including the names, titles, and roles of key personnel involved. For each key staff member, please specify the percentage of their time allocated to this project and include a brief description of their relevant experience (1 paragraph) or attach their resume.
Method of Approach
1. Please provide a brief summary of your proposed solution for delivering polygraph examination services to the City of Long Beach. Your response should outline the approach you will take to ensure that all examinations are conducted in compliance with the scope and requirements specified in this RFP. This should include how you will manage the volume of exams, the qualifications and experience of your examiners, and how your team will ensure efficiency, accuracy, and confidentiality throughout the process. Additionally, describe how your method will allow for flexibility to meet the City's needs during high-demand periods.
2. Approach to Achieving Outcomes:
Please explain the logic model for how your organization will achieve the desired outcomes as outlined in this RFP. Specifically, describe how your polygraph examination process will meet the City of Long Beach’s needs for accurate, timely, and comprehensive pre-employment screenings. Include details about the steps you will take, the roles of key personnel, and the methods you will use to ensure that each examination produces reliable, actionable results that align with the City’s requirements for law enforcement pre-employment evaluations.
3. Proposed Workplan and Timelines:
Please summarize your proposed workplan for delivering polygraph examination services to the City of Long Beach. Include key milestones and timelines for each phase of the project, from initial scheduling to the completion of examinations and delivery of results. Ensure that your workplan addresses how you will handle high-volume periods, such as the completion of 100-125 examinations within a two-month period, and how you will maintain efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with all requirements throughout the process.
4. Evaluation of Proposal Against Objectives (Based on Metrics). Please answer the following:
a) How will you ensure a minimum of 5 examinations per day, and up to 12 during peak periods? Describe your staffing and scheduling approach.
b) How will you ensure results are submitted within 2 days of completion, especially during high-volume times?
c) How will you maintain the availability of at least 3 certified examiners to handle up to 12 exams per day during peak times?
d) How will you ensure full compliance with California and City regulations, including confidentiality and consent?
e) How will you ensure all reports are consistent, complete, and meet the City’s standardized format?
f) How will you ensure all examinations are recorded with clear audio/video and accessible for review?
5. Risk Mitigation and Addressing Challenges. Please answer the following:
a) How do you plan to handle sudden increases in demand for examinations, such as during peak hiring periods, to ensure there are no delays?
b) In the event of equipment failure or technical issues during an examination, what procedures will you have in place to ensure minimal disruption and maintain quality?
c) How will you adjust your staffing levels to address unexpected challenges, such as examiner availability or scheduling conflicts?
d) If changes in legal or regulatory requirements occur during the contract term, how will you adapt your processes to stay in compliance?
e) What systems or protocols will you implement to ensure that all sensitive data, including exam results and video recordings, is securely managed and protected?
6. What specific support, resources, or information will you require from the City to ensure the successful implementation and execution of the polygraph examination services contract? Please outline any expectations regarding coordination, access to facilities, or other essential elements needed for effective service delivery.
Communications & Reporting
1. Please explain the data and reporting systems you will use to regularly evaluate the performance of the polygraph examination services. Are there any additional or alternative performance metrics you recommend tracking? How will this data be used to manage the program, and can you provide examples of how you have successfully used data and reporting systems for program management in previous contracts?
2. How will you supervise the employees responsible for conducting the polygraph examinations to ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance with all requirements? Please describe your approach to managing and overseeing front-line examiners.
3. How will you report on performance and coordinate with the City to ensure the successful implementation of the polygraph examination services? Please describe your approach to regular communication, reporting, and working with the City to meet the objectives outlined in the RFP.
4. If other stakeholders are involved in the implementation of the polygraph examination services, how will you collaborate with these groups to ensure smooth coordination and successful execution of the contract?
5. The City requires that the Awarded Contractor provide proof of payment of any subcontractors used for this project. If the proposal includes subcontractors, please describe the plan for how the City will be notified of such payments.
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