Performance Coaching Services for the Bureau of Police

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management and Budget, on behalf of the Department of Public Safety, is seeking a performance coaching consultant for the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police through RFP #2024-RFP-112. The primary objective is to address critical challenges in recruitment, development, and retention of police personnel, with a specific focus on reversing a significant staffing deficit that has reduced officer numbers from a historical 900 to approximately 740 as of March 2024. The selected consultant will be required to conduct a comprehensive audit of current recruitment processes, provide multi-day recruiting training sessions, offer personal and professional development coaching, and develop strategies to sustainably retain officers. Key deliverables include an initial process audit, follow-up recommendations, ongoing coaching support, and strategic interventions to improve workforce stability. The proposal evaluation will be conducted by a Proposal Committee using a weighted scoring system across five areas: firm qualifications (15 points), project team qualifications (15 points), project approach and plan (30 points), cost proposal (30 points), and demonstration of good faith effort for diverse business participation (10 points). Critical dates include a question submission deadline of May 17, 2024, proposal due date of May 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm, and an anticipated contract award in June 2024.

The City of Pittsburgh demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive procurement, with specific participation goals for historically disadvantaged business groups, including 18% minority-owned, 7% women-owned, 5% veteran-owned, and 3% LGBTQIA+ business participation. Proposers must submit electronic copies through the City's e-Procurement Portal and comply with various ethical and procedural requirements. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the scope suggests a substantial engagement addressing the bureau's significant organizational challenges, including over 100 resignations and retirements in 2023. The procurement is open to law enforcement consulting firms with demonstrated expertise in police recruitment, training, and organizational development. Proposers will need to showcase their ability to provide comprehensive coaching services across all police ranks, with a focus on creating sustainable solutions for workforce recruitment and retention. The ultimate goal is to rebuild and strengthen the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police's human capital strategy through targeted professional coaching and strategic interventions.