24-0135-IFB - DOJ Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) - Background Investigation

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Background Investigation services for the DOJ's Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA). The DOJ is seeking bids from firms able to provide background investigations for both sworn (law enforcement peace officer) and non-sworn DMFEA positions. The anticipated agreement term is two (2) years, effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027, with the option to extend. Bids are due by September 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM PST and the DOJ intends to make a single agreement award to the responsive and responsible firm offering the lowest bid. The IFB provides detailed specifications for the background investigation services, including requirements for in-person interviews, verification of applicant qualifications, reporting standards, and status updates.

The DOJ has set a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, and bidders may be eligible for preferences and incentives such as the small business, non-small business subcontractor, and DVBE incentive programs. Funding for the agreement is subject to budget appropriations, and the DOJ reserves the right to cancel or amend the agreement based on funding availability. The DOJ has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the IFB does not provide any information on the anticipated award value or budget range.