IFB 24-3044R Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Pre-Employment Background Investigations Services

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Pre-Employment Background Investigation Services. The contract will serve the jurisdictions of Sacramento County and San Francisco City in the state of California. Qualified bidders must have at least one year of experience providing these services to a California state or public agency, and be POST certified to conduct such investigations. The awarded contractor will be required to complete and submit written background investigation reports within 45 calendar days of receiving the candidate's personal history form. The initial contract term is undetermined, but the maximum amount payable across four fiscal years shall not exceed an unspecified total. Bidders must submit their proposals by September 3, 2024 at 3:30 PM Pacific Time, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

The CDSS has waived the Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) program requirements for this solicitation but will include the DVBE incentive. Bidders must complete and submit a Bidder Declaration form identifying any current California certifications they hold, as well as details on any proposed subcontractors. The CDSS will award an estimated $1,425.00 contract to Tier 1 Investigations, located in Murrieta, CA, subject to successful contract negotiations and fund availability. No other details on incumbent vendors, existing infrastructure, or budget ranges are provided.