New Haven Opengov #2026-RFP-CNH-381

Psychological Testing Services for Police Officer Candidates – City of New Haven

The City of New Haven Police Department is seeking a qualified provider for psychological testing services for police officer candidates. - Government Buyer: - City of New Haven Police Department - Bureau of Purchases, Department of Finance - Contact: Prajna Mishra - Services Requested: - Psychological testing and evaluation of police officer candidates - Includes pre-conditional, post-conditional, and fit-for-duty assessments - Estimated volume: approximately 4,060 candidates annually - Provider must be a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Board-certified Psychiatrist, or Clinical Social Worker with BCD or DCSW certification and appropriate licensure (Connecticut or equivalent) - Services may be delivered in-person or virtually - Timely scheduling (within 7 days), confirmation (within 48 hours), and reporting (within one week) required - Written documentation and professional opinion on each candidate's psychological stability, in compliance with Connecticut POST regulations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict licensure and certification standards for providers - Compliance with city and state policies - Contract term: one year with two optional one-year extensions - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a professional services procurement.

Description

The City of New Haven Police Department is seeking a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Social Worker to conduct psychological testing of police candidates. The examination must be performed by a licensed clinical psychologist, medical doctor with psychiatry specialty, or a licensed clinical social worker with specific board certifications. The selected professional will provide documentation and a written opinion on the candidate's psychological stability for police officer positions. Responses must be submitted electronically via the City's eProcurement portal by August 4, 2026, at 11:00 am.

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