IFB 24-71035-000 Background Investigation Services

The California Department of State Hospitals (DSH) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) Number 24-71035-000 for Background Investigation Services, specifically targeting background investigations for DSH Office of Protective Services positions. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive background investigations utilizing the Guardian Alliance Technologies (GAT) background system, with investigations to be completed within 90 days for Hospital Police Officers and 60 days for Communications Operators. Key bidder qualifications include maintaining a valid California Private Investigator's License, submitting a P.O.S.T. certificate from a Background Investigator Course, and providing three references from recent government service clients. The contract will run from May 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026, with potential for a one-year extension. Bidders must follow POST Selection Requirements for Peace Officers and Public Safety Dispatchers, and the bid response is due by April 1, 2025, with investigations to be conducted according to specific state and local regulatory standards.

The solicitation offers a small business preference and encourages Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, though the DVBE requirement is waived for this specific contract. Bidders must comply with various state regulations, including Economic Sanctions against Russia and California Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CCPA) requirements. The rate sheet indicates pricing for complete and incomplete background investigations, with an incomplete investigation capped at $200.00. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement is focused on San Luis Obispo County and involves comprehensive background investigation services for state hospital protective services personnel. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical capability, regulatory compliance, and the ability to conduct thorough investigations within specified timeframes. The contract appears designed to ensure rigorous screening of potential public safety personnel through a standardized, technology-enabled background investigation process.