Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018137

Research Services Solicitation: Assessment of Minnesota's Extreme Risk Protection Order Law Implementation

This opportunity seeks a qualified research institution to assess the implementation and impact of Minnesota's Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law. - Government Buyer: - Department of Public Safety, Office of Justice Programs (State of Minnesota) - Contracting office located at 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, MN 55101 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the solicitation is for research services only - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive research services to: - Collect, review, and analyze all ERPO petitions filed in Minnesota since the law's enactment - Identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement through quantitative and qualitative analysis - Assess processes, outcomes, and disparate impacts - Provide actionable recommendations for enhancing the law's effectiveness - Deliverables include a detailed report and a summary presentation to state officials and stakeholders - One research project/data line item (quantity: 1) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents must be accredited research organizations, university research centers, or 501(c)(3) organizations focused on research/evaluation - Adherence to federal human subjects research protections, data privacy, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) oversight if applicable - Demonstrated experience in research/evaluation of social issues and provision of relevant work samples - Funded by the federal Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) grant

Description

The Department of Public Safety, Office of Justice Programs (DPS) of Minnesota is soliciting proposals from qualified research institutions to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the implementation and impact of Minnesota's Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law. The research will involve collecting, reviewing, and analyzing all ERPO petitions since the law's implementation, identifying trends and areas for improvement through quantitative and qualitative methods, and providing actionable recommendations. The contract term is anticipated from June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with an option to extend. The solicitation requires submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by May 11, 2026.

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