Investigator for New Haven Civilian Review Board

The City of New Haven is seeking proposals for an Investigator for the New Haven Civilian Review Board (NHCRB), a contract opportunity (RFP 2025-RFP-202) located in New Haven County, Connecticut. The selected investigator will conduct comprehensive and impartial investigations into complaints against law enforcement officers, focusing on incidents of excessive force, inappropriate conduct, and policy violations. Key responsibilities include collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing complainants and witnesses, reviewing documents and recordings, and preparing detailed investigative reports for the NHCRB. The contract term is one year with potential for two additional one-year renewals, entirely at the city's discretion. Proposals are due by June 3, 2025, at 11:00 am, and will be evaluated using five equally weighted criteria: experience and qualifications (20%), understanding of investigative processes (20%), proposed methodology (20%), timeline responsiveness and availability (20%), and cost-effectiveness (20%). Proposers must submit a comprehensive package including a technical proposal, cost proposal, city forms signature sheet, disclosure and certification affidavit, current workforce certificate, and a detailed statement of qualifications.

The procurement appears open to individual investigators and firms without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Compensation proposals can be structured in various formats, including flat fee, hourly rates, or specific deliverable pricing, but not as a salary arrangement. The successful investigator must comply with federal, state, and local laws, adhere to NACOLE (National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement) standards, and follow New Haven Police Department policies. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract emphasizes cost-effectiveness as an evaluation criterion. The city reserves the right to audit contractor records and maintains strict confidentiality requirements for all reports and information prepared under the agreement. Proposers will need to demonstrate expertise in law enforcement oversight, investigative techniques, and the ability to conduct transparent, ethical investigations that foster community trust and accountability.