Opportunity

Placentia Planet bids #RFP No. PD26-01

Personnel Background Investigation Services for Placentia Police Department

Posted

April 09, 2026

Respond By

May 04, 2026

Identifier

RFP No. PD26-01

NAICS

561611

This opportunity seeks qualified firms to provide Personnel Background Investigation Services for the City of Placentia Police Department. - Government Buyer: - City of Placentia, Finance Department (with services for Placentia Police Department) - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for police department applicants - Includes criminal history, credit checks, social media review, education and credential verification, past police contacts, polygraph arrangements, military service verification, court document reviews, and online data screening (including TLO) - Applies to Sworn Laterals, Sworn/Reserve/Supervisors/Expertise Civilians, and Basic Civilian positions (Cadet, PSO, PCO, Secretary) - Partial screenings required if applicants are disqualified early - Rush job options may be requested - Proposal Requirements: - Firms must detail methodology, categorization approach, and pricing structure (including partials, out-of-area, and rush costs) - Proposals must specify all-inclusive expenses versus those covered by the City - Evaluation based on experience, methodology, pricing, and responsiveness - Contract Details: - Five-year term anticipated, with annual and multi-year pricing adjustments to be proposed - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified investigation service providers - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on thoroughness, categorization by applicant type, and transparency in pricing - Compliance with professional standards, confidentiality, and California law

Description

The City of Placentia is soliciting proposals for Personnel Background Investigation Services for the Placentia Police Department. The scope includes conducting thorough background investigations for police department applicants, including criminal history, credit checks, social media, and other relevant verifications. The contract is expected to be for a five-year term starting July 1, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on experience, methodology, pricing, and responsiveness, with submissions due by May 4, 2026.

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