MBTA Background Check Services

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is seeking to procure background check services for all new hires, promotions, and transfers within the agency, estimated to be approximately 1,100 individuals annually. The MBTA requires a service provider to conduct criminal, sex offender registry, employment history, and education verification checks. The Request for Proposals (RFP) outlines the required services, procurement timeline, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria. Responses are due by October 25, 2019, with an estimated contract start date of January 1, 2020. The MBTA will evaluate proposals on a best-value basis, considering both technical and price factors. Pricing must include rates for both domestic and international searches.

The RFP indicates a preference for small, minority, women, and disadvantaged businesses to submit proposals. No incumbent contractor is identified. The RFP does not specify the contract term or provide an estimated award value or budget range for the procurement.