Public Defender PO-PD-26008070

Public Defender purchases structured investigative training and online courses from AK INVESTIGATIONS, LLC

The Public Defender (a county agency in California) procured structured investigative training services and online course access from AK INVESTIGATIONS, LLC under purchase order PO-PD-26008070 dated 2026-03-31. The purchase includes various components: in-person work, fact-finding and facilitation involving four days and three nights onsite plus three days of remote preparation and follow-up ($11,200); customization of up to two asynchronous courses tailored to LA County PD policies ($9,000); creation of training materials including case-based exercises and facilitator resources ($6,000); and a three-day, two-night on-site investigative technique training session in approximately August 2026 including travel and lodging ($8,750). The sessions focus on practical investigative techniques for criminal defense, such as structured case analysis and witness development strategies. Additionally, 80 seats each for Backgrounds, Records & Case Research Course ($43,920), Interview Preparation Course ($11,920), and Field Safety Course ($7,120) are included with 2-year term pricing, along with future access to courses in development. The total awarded amount is $100,000. Procurement follows Standard County Terms and Conditions. Requestor is Gary D Delgado (gdelgado@pubdef.lacounty.gov).

Description

Structured investigative training - In-Person Work, Fact-Finding & Facilitation - In-Person Collaboration and Planning Meetings Includes meetings with staff, course customization research, needs assessment and collaboration with La Mer; 4 days / 3 nights on-site + 3 days remote preparation and follow-up $11,200 - Customization of up to two asynchronous courses Tailoring content to align with LA County PD policies, workflows, and internal systems $9,000 - Creation of Materials for In-Person investigative technique training event Development of case-based materials, exercises, and facilitator resources (facilitation billed separately) $6,000 - In-person investigative technique training event - Approximately August 2026, 3 day/2 night, includes travel and lodging - On-site immersive training for investigators and staff; includes travel and lodging $8,750 - These sessions will focus on practical investigative techniques for criminal defense work, including structured case analysis, witness development strategy, investigative organization systems, and field application methods. Subtotal - In-Person Work & Customization: $34,950 Services also include: - Backgrounds, Records & Case Research Course (80 seats - 2-year term pricing) $549 x 80 = $43,920 - Interview Preparation Course (80 seats - 2-year term pricing) $149 x 80 = $11,920 - Field Safety (80 seats - 2-year term pricing) $89 x 80 = $7,120 - Future Access to Courses In Development (Unknown seats) Subtotal - Online Courses: $65,050 Internal note: ** PEH program - CEO approval is attached Requestor: Gary D Delgado gdelgado@pubdef.lacounty.gov ------------------------------- Terms and Conditions are in adherence to Standard County Terms and Conditions.