MAS - Information Discovery Services, LLC - GS02F094BA

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GS02F094BA
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GSA Federal Acquisition Service

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Products and Services:

  • The document outlines a range of investigative services including pre-employment background investigations, site visits, and investigative services and support by the hour.
  • Specific services include personal testimonies, subject/applicant interviews, employment verification (both personal and telephonic), character reference checks (telephonic), neighborhood checks (personal), record testimonies, county criminal history checks, credit reports, education records, and bankruptcy records.
  • They also offer a Commercial Pre-Screen Package that includes credit history and county criminal checks.
  • High-end case types such as Tier 5, Tier 5R, Tier 4, Tier 4R, Tier 3, Tier 3R, Tier 2, and Tier 2R are also available. These tiers represent different levels of investigative services, with Tier 5 being the most comprehensive and Tier 2 being the least.

Location:

  • The services are provided by Information Discovery Services, located at 3014 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140.
  • The company offers nationwide coverage across the United States and territories.

Dates:

  • The contract period of performance is from March 25, 2014, to March 24, 2024.

People:

  • The contract administrator is Regan Starkey, who can be contacted at rstarkey@informationdiscovery.net or by phone at 817-551-3898, ext. 101.
  • The company's president is also Regan Starkey.

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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

Federal Acquisition Service

Authorized Federal Supply Schedule FSS Price List

On-line access to contract ordering information, terms and conditions, up-to-date pricing, and the option to create an electronic delivery order are available through GSA Advantage!®, a menu-driven database system. The INTERNET address GSA Advantage!® is: GSAAdvantage.gov.

Multiple Award Schedule

FSC Group: HR Support: Pre-Employment Background FSC Class: Investigations SIN OLM: Order Level Materials (OLMs) Contract number: GS-02F-094BA

Contract period: March 25, 2024 – March 24, 2029

Information Discovery Services LLC 3014 SE Loop 820 Fort Worth, TX 76140

(817) 551-3898 Toll Free: (866) 926-5050 Fax: (817) 551-3884 www.informationdiscovery.net

POC: Regan Starkey rstarkey@informationdiscovery.net; 817-781-6636

Business size: Small

For more information on ordering go to the following website: https://www.gsa.gov/schedules.

Pre-Employment Background Service Offerings GSA Rate

GSA Rate 2026

GSA Rate

GSA Rate

GSA Rate

Personal Testimony
$174.60
$176.34
$178.11
$179.89
$181.69
Record Testimony
$174.60
$176.34
$178.11
$179.89
$181.69

Site Visit

$178.92
$180.71
$182.52
$184.34
$186.19
Pre-Employment Background Investigative Services-Continued
GSA Rate 2025
GSA Rate 2026
GSA Rate 2027
GSA Rate 2028
GSA Rate 2029
Applicant/Subject Interview
$447.16
$451.63
$456.15
$460.71
$465.31
Employment Verification - Personal (Source & Record)
$225.31
$227.56
$229.84
$232.14
$234.46
Neighborhood Check-Personal (Source & Record, when applicable)
$195.62
$197.57
$199.55
$201.54
$203.56
Commercial Pre-Screen Package - credit history & county criminal checks (7 yrs)
$107.77
$108.84
$109.93
$111.03
$112.14
County Criminal Check – up to 3 (each Additional $20/each)
$39.11
$39.50
$39.89
$40.29
$40.70
Credit Check
$11.18
$11.29
$11.41
$11.52
$11.63
Employment Verification – Telephonic (Source & Record)
$87.21
$88.09
$88.97
$89.86
$90.75
Character Reference - Telephonic
$64.33
$64.97
$65.62
$66.28
$66.94
Bankruptcy Record
$ 10.63
$ 10.74
$ 10.85
$ 10.96
$ 11.07
Tier 5 - Extended (60 days)
$ 4,035.00
$ 4,075.35
$ 4,116.10
$ 4,157.26
$ 4,198.83
Tier 5 - Standard (35 days)
$ 4,640.25
$ 4,686.65
$ 4,733.52
$ 4,780.86
$ 4,828.67
Tier 5 – Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,842.00
$ 4,890.42
$ 4,939.32
$ 4,988.71
$ 5,038.60
Tier 5R - Extended (60 days)
$ 2,596.55
$ 2,622.52
$ 2,648.75
$ 2,675.24
$ 2,701.99
Tier 5R - Standard (35 days)
$ 2,986.03
$ 3,015.89
$ 3,046.05
$ 3,076.51
$ 3,107.28
Tier 5R - Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,115.86
$ 3,147.02
$ 3,178.49
$ 3,210.27
$ 3,242.37
Tier 4 – Extended (60 days)
$ 3,665.68
$ 3,702.34
$ 3,739.36
$ 3,776.75
$ 3,814.52
Tier 4 – Standard (35 days)
$ 4,215.53
$ 4,257.69
$ 4,300.27
$ 4,343.27
$ 4,386.70
Tier 4 – Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,398.82
$ 4,442.81
$ 4,487.24
$ 4,532.11
$ 4,577.43
Tier 4R - Extended (60 days)
$ 2,677.21
$ 2,703.98
$ 2,731.02
$ 2,758.33
$ 2,785.91
Tier 4R - Standard (35 days)
$ 3,078.79
$ 3,109.58
$ 3,140.68
$ 3,172.09
$ 3,203.81
Tier 4R - Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,212.65
$ 3,244.78
$ 3,277.23
$ 3,310.00
$ 3,343.10
Tier 3 - Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3 - Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 3 - Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Pre-Employment Background Investigative Services-Continued
GSA Rate 2025
GSA Rate 2026
GSA Rate 2027
GSA Rate 2028
GSA Rate 2029
Tier 3R - Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3R - Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.86
Tier 3R - Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 2 - Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2 - Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2 - Expedited 14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 2R – Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2R – Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2R – Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) – Individual Subject Re-Contact
$ 350.00
$ 353.50
$ 357.04
$ 360.61
$ 364.22
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) – Individual Telephonic Subject Re-Contact
$ 175.00
$ 176.75
$ 178.52
$ 180.31
$ 182.11
Additional Lead Activity – Individual Subject Interview/ESI/TESI
$ 1,250.00
$ 1,262.50
$ 1,275.13
$ 1,287.88
$ 1,300.76
Labor Categories/SIN # 561611
Hourly
Hourly
Hourly
Hourly
Hourly
Field Investigator (excludes travel cost)
$ 79.47
$ 80.27
$ 81.07
$ 81.88
$ 82.70

Volume/Quantity Discount1% off for single orders $50,000-$99,000 Additional 2% off for single orders $100,000-$499,999 Additional 3% off for single order over $500,000 Prompt Payment – Net 10 Days 1%, Net 20 Days .5% Net 30 Days Std. Gov’t Terms

Price list current as of 6.23.25

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

1a.

SINs
Recovery
SIN Title

561611

Pre-Employment Background Investigations

Service Descriptions

Personal Testimonies In-Person interviews of applicant/subject provided or developed references and sources confirming subject provided information. Interviews are comprehensive; any listed or developed derogatory information/issues are fully resolved and reported. Pricing applicable for any in-person interview

Record Testimonies In person review or retrieval of subject/applicant's rental or employment records, to include military record review and civil court records (per record).

Site Visit IDS will conduct an on-site visit to the applicant/subject's current residence, or location of client's choice. Observations regarding the exterior condition of the home or alternate structure and surrounding property will be obtained and reported. Additional information may be obtained per client request.

Subject/Applicant Interview An in-person interview of the subject of the investigation/applicant which will attempt to resolve any potentially derogatory information and will elicit any additions, deletions or corrections to forms submitted by the Subject. The interview will utilize a standard set of questions. Post-Investigative and/or additional interviews aimed to clarify information developed during the course of the investigation can be conducted for an additional price.

Employment Verification-Personal Provider investigative staff will verify employment history by personal and record coverage. Personal interviews involve conducting an in-depth, personal interview with the Applicant/Subject's co-workers and/or employers. Provider will review the personnel records of all employments to obtain record information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's dates of employment, position held, eligibility for rehire and reason for leaving. Personal interviews will also address information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's job-related responsibilities, performance, technical qualifications, etc.

Neighborhood Check- Personal If the Applicant/Subject rented or leased the residence, record verification will be obtained and provided in the Report. If personal coverage is desired, investigative staff will conduct in-person, personal interviews with either direct neighbors or persons in close vicinity of Applicant/Subject's residence.

Commercial Pre-Screen Package:

· Credit History

· Local Agency Check(s)

Comprised of County Criminal Checks and Credit History. IDS will conduct an in-person search and examination of County and State District criminal courts and records through the courthouse(s) and/or law enforcement agencies maintaining jurisdiction in the county(ies) of Applicant/Subject's residence(s) going back five (7) years. Searches will be conducted using the current name and DOB listed on the application and/or release of information provided by the client. In addition, IDS will provide a copy of the applicant/subject's credit history (for employment purposes), via Provider's national credit bureau database. * Additional pass through fees may apply, and are not included in pricing.

County Criminal History Check Provider will conduct an in-person search and examination of County and State District criminal courts and records through the courthouse(s) and/or law enforcement agencies maintaining jurisdiction in the county(ies) of Applicant/Subject's residence(s) going back seven (7) years. Searches will be conducted using the current name and DOB listed on the application and/or release of information provided by the client. * Additional pass through fees may apply, and are not included in pricing.

Credit Report Provider will provide a copy of the Subject/Applicant's credit history (for employment purposes) via our national credit bureau database.

Employment Verification- Telephonic Provider investigative staff will verify employment history either by personal and record or record only coverage. Telephonic personal interviews involve conducting an in-depth, personal interview with the Applicant/Subject's co-workers and/or employers. Provider will obtain record information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's dates of employment, position held, eligibility for rehire and reason for leaving. Personal interviews will also address information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's job-related responsibilities, performance, technical qualifications, etc.

Character Reference- Telephonic Provider investigative staff will conduct an in-depth telephonic personal interview with listed and/or developed social references. (*Developed references are those defined as individuals not listed on the case papers, application and/or personal history statement*) Current spouses and/or former spouses may be included per client request.

Bankruptcy Record Searches of federal bankruptcy filings, including Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcies.

High End Case Types

Tier 5 The Tier 5 is conducted for Critical Sensitive, Special Sensitive, and/or requiring eligibility for “Q” access or access to Top Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information.

Tier 5R The Tier 5R is a reinvestigation conducted for Critical Sensitive, Special Sensitive, and/or requiring eligibility for “Q” access or access to Top Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information.

Tier 4 The Tier 4 is conducted for Non-Sensitive positions designed as High-Risk Public Trust.

Tier 4R The Tier 4R is a reinvestigation conducted for Non-Sensitive positions designed as High-Risk Public Trust.

Tier 3 The Tier 3 is conducted for Non-Critical Sensitive, Military Accessions, and/or Requiring Eligibility for “L” access to Confidential or Secret Information.

Tier 3R The Tier 3R is a reinvestigation conducted for Non-Critical Sensitive, Military Accessions, and/or Requiring Eligibility for “L” access to Confidential or Secret Information.

Tier 2 The Tier 2S is conducted for Non-Sensitive positions designed as Moderate Risk Public Trust.

Tier 2R The Tier 2RS is a reinvestigation conducted for Non-Sensitive positions designed as Moderate Risk Public Trust.

Additional Lead Activity (ADL) – Individual Subject Re-Contact In Person follow up with the Subject of Investigation

Additional Lead Activity (ADL) – Individual Telephonic Subject Re-Contact Telephonic follow up with the Subject of Investigation

Additional Lead Activity (ADL) – Individual Subject Interview (ESI/TESI) An in-person interview of the subject of the investigation/applicant which will attempt to resolve any potentially derogatory information and will elicit any additions, deletions or corrections to forms submitted by the Subject.

Labor Categories:

Field Investigator Provides investigative services and support; performs security and suitability background investigations and re- investigations, and administrative on-site verification and validation of applicant/subject provided information.

Resumes may be provided upon request.

2. Maximum order: 561611 - $1,000,000

3. Minimum order: $100

4. Geographic coverage (delivery area). All geographic areas within CONUS

5. Point(s) of production (city, county, and State or foreign country). 3014 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140

6. Discount from list prices or statement of net price. For further possible discounting through the packaging of multiple items and/or based on volume and frequency of work performed, federal customers should contact the contractor. Any consideration for additional discounts or concessions above the listed government prices can only be done on a case-by-case basis.

7. Quantity discounts. Volume Discounts offered on 561611 services, as noted within the price schedule.

8. Prompt payment terms. As noted within the price schedule. Does not apply to purchases using the government commercial credit card.

8a. Government Commercial Credit Card. Accepted up to micro purchase threshold.

8b. Government Commercial Credit Card. Accepted over the micro purchase threshold.

9. Foreign items (list items by country of origin). Not applicable

10a. Time of delivery. 30 Days ARO or as agreed upon with ordering activity.

10b. Expedited Delivery. Items available for expedited delivery are negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

10c. Overnight and 2-day delivery. Contact Contractor

10d. Urgent Requirements. Contact Contractor

11. F.O.B. point(s). DESTINATION CONUS

12a. Ordering address(es). Information Discovery Services, 3014 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140

12b. Ordering procedures: See Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.405-1 Ordering procedures for supplies and services see Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.405.3.

13. Payment address(es). Information Discovery Services, 3014 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140

14. Warranty provision. Commercial Warranty. Seller warrants that; 1) the services provided under the terms of the contract shall be performed with that degree of skill and judgment normally exercised by recognized professional firms performing services of the same or substantially similar nature. All services will conform to applicable specifications, drawings, and standards of quality and performance. In the event of any breach of the foregoing warranties, Seller shall, at its own expense, at election of the client either: (1) re-perform the non-conforming services and/or correct the non-conforming goods to conform to this standard; or (2) refund to the customer the portion of the amounts received by Seller attributable to the non- conforming services. All warranties of Seller shall inure to the benefit of both the client and client's customers. The foregoing warranties shall survive any delivery, inspection, acceptance, or payment by the client.

The warranty and remedies set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties and remedies, express or implied, in law or in fact, including the warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The warranties contained herein set forth the customer's sole and exclusive remedy in the event of a defect in performance or materials.

15. Export packing charges, if applicable. Not Applicable

16. Terms and conditions of rental, maintenance, and repair (if applicable). Not Applicable

17. Terms and conditions of installation (if applicable). Not Applicable

18a. Terms and conditions of repair parts indicating date of parts price lists and any discounts from list prices (if applicable). Not Applicable

18b. Terms and conditions for any other services (if applicable). Terms and Conditions for other services (if applicable). If authorized by the ordering agency for the accomplishment of any work under this contract, other direct costs, travel, and related expenses are reimbursable. Such costs are subject to the following: Costs for transportation and per diem (lodging, meals, and incidental expenses) will be in accordance with the regulatory implementation of FAR 31.205-46, Travel Costs (Per Diem), approved cost accounting system policies and procedures and Public Law 99-234.

18c. EXCEPTIONS TO SOLICITATION: Information Discovery Services, LLC does not make any exceptions to any of the terms and conditions of Solicitation 2FYP-AR-060004-B Refresh 23.

18d. EXCEPTIONS TO SOLICITATION: Information Discovery Services, LLC does not make any exceptions to any of the terms and conditions of Solicitation 2FYP-AR-060004-B Refresh 23.

19. List of service and distribution points (if applicable). Not Applicable

20. List of participating dealers (if applicable). Not Applicable

21. Preventive maintenance (if applicable). Not Applicable

22a. Special attributes such as environmental attributes (e.g., recycled content, energy efficiency, and/or reduced pollutants). Not Applicable

22b. If applicable, indicate that Section 508 compliance information is available for the information and communications technology (ICT) products and services and show where full details can be found (e.g. contractor’s website or other location.) ICT accessibility standards can be found at: https://www.Section508.gov/ . Not applicable

23. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number. Q6XAY875CC88

24. Notification regarding registration in System for Award Management (SAM) database. Contractor registered and active in SAM

24a. Field Investigator - Provides investigative services and support; performs security and suitability background investigations and re- investigations, and administrative on-site verification and validation of applicant/subject provided information. Resumes may be provided upon request.

25. Customized Services. Contact IDS contract administrator for discussions. Prices may be adjusted through available schedule labor hours and item prices.

26. Performance Based Statement of Work. Unit pricing will be used as the basis for applying any positive or negative incentive factors or percentages.

27. Canceled or Discontinued Services. A schedule of delivery points and prices applicable for cancelled/discontinued investigations will be negotiated with each agency.

28. INDUSTRIAL FUNDING FEE (IFF): Information Discovery Services, LLC understands the application of the IFF (as outlined in Clause 552.238-74 Industrial Funding Fee and Sales Reporting (Jul 2003) and understands how it will be included in the total contract sales.

29.IDENTIFICATION OF THE MOST FAVORED CUSTOMER (MFC): Information Discovery Services, LLC has identified and agrees that their Most Favored Customer is - "Commercial Customers."

30.ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE(S) APPLICABLE: I

The following Price Adjustment is for services awarded that are subject to area prevailing wage determinations.

(52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts))

X The following Economic Price Adjustment is for products and/or services awarded based on a Commercial Catalog Price. (GSAR 552.216-70) (SEP 1999) (ALTERNATE I-SEP 1999)

I The following Economic Price Adjustment is for products and/or services awarded NOT based on a Commercial Catalog Price, but instead based on Market Pricing. (I-FSS-969) (JAN 2002)

31.PRICE REDUCTION CLAUSE: 552.238-75 (MAY 2004)

The Most Favored Customer(s) or class of customer is identified as "Commercial Customers." The Contracting Officer and the Offeror agree that (1) "Commercial Customers" will be the basis of award, and (2) the Government's price or discount relationship to the identified customer (or class of customers) shall be maintained throughout the contract period. Any change in the Contractor's commercial pricing or discount arrangement applicable to the identified customer (or category of customers) which disturbs this relationship shall constitute a price reduction. Price Reduction Clause is NOT APPLICABLE when the MFC is Federal Customers.

32.GOVERNMENT CREDIT CARD: As stipulated by Clause 552.232-77 Payment by Government Commercial Purchase Card (Mar 2000) (Alternate I-Mar 2000), Information Discovery Services, LLC will accept the Government wide Commercial purchase card for purchases equal to or less than the micro-purchase threshold. Information Discovery Services, LLC X agrees EH does not agree to accept purchase cards above the micro-purchase threshold as well.

33. INAPPROPRIATE USE: Information Discovery Services, LLC understands that this contract shall only be used for the products and services awarded in this contract and that inappropriate use of the contract for uses other than as awarded may subject them to penalties provided by statute and regulation.

34.TRADE AGREEMENTS: Information Discovery Services, LLC agrees to comply with clause 552.225-5 TRADE AGREEMENTS (JAN 2006)

35.E-VERIFY COMPLIANCE: Information Discovery Services, LLC agrees to comply with clause 52.222-54, Employment Eligibility Verification (Jan 2009). Federal contractors and subcontractors are required to begin using the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify system to verify their employees' eligibility to legally work in the United States.

36.DISASTER RECOVERY PURCHASING: Information Discovery Services, LLC X agrees does not agree to voluntarily participate in the Recovery Purchasing Program as described in GSAR 552.238-80, "Use of Federal Supply Contracts by Certain Entities-Recovery Purchasing."

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