Opportunity
Westchester County Westchestercounty #42977
Westchester County Seeks FCRA-Compliant Data Solutions for Background Screenings
Posted
April 21, 2026
Respond By
May 18, 2026
Identifier
42977
NAICS
561611
Westchester County Department of Social Services is seeking proposals for FCRA-compliant data solutions to conduct comprehensive background screenings for social service program applicants and recipients. - Government Buyer: - Westchester County Department of Social Services, Office of Program Integrity - Products/Services Requested: - Data solutions for comprehensive background screenings - Must include a web-based interface for up to 25 registered users - Reports must cover personal, motor vehicle, social security, property, and business records - Service provider must act as a consumer reporting agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendor must have at least three years of relevant experience - Full compliance with FCRA and other legal requirements is mandatory - Proposers must submit certifications and questionnaires regarding business ownership, criminal background, and business dealings - Contract term is three years with two optional one-year extensions - No specific OEMs or named vendors are mentioned in the solicitation - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Westchester County Department of Social Services, 112 East Post Road, White Plains, NY 10601 - Office of Program Integrity, 100 East First Street, 9th floor, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Description
The County of Westchester, through its Department of Social Services, is requesting proposals from vendors to provide data solutions for comprehensive background screenings of applicants and recipients of various social service programs. The services must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) as the successful proposer will act as a consumer reporting agency. Proposals must be submitted by May 18, 2026, and must include specific certifications and questionnaires as outlined in the solicitation. The goal is to support eligibility determinations for social service programs.