Guilford County NC MUNIS #20336

Psychological Evaluation Services for Guilford County Sheriff's Office

Guilford County is seeking proposals for comprehensive psychological evaluation services to support the Sheriff's Office law enforcement personnel. - Government Buyer: - Guilford County Purchasing Department, on behalf of the Guilford County Sheriff's Office - Services Requested: - Pre-screening psychological evaluations for employment candidates - Post-conditional offer psychological evaluations - Fitness for duty evaluations (including psychological, medical, and combined assessments) - Critical incident evaluations and trauma peer training - Risk of violence assessments - Special team suitability and promotional evaluations - Supervisory consultation and training - Other post-hire psychological services as needed - Product Line Items (Assessment Tools & Medical Testing): - BRAINS Assessment (psychological assessment instrument) - Medical evaluations with 5, 9, 10, or 12-panel drug testing - Stand-alone urine drug tests (5, 9, 10, 12-panel) - Notable Requirements: - All evaluations must be conducted by licensed psychologists with law enforcement experience - Telehealth interviews are permitted - Pricing must include all travel and onsite costs - Expedited, after-hours, and weekend evaluations may be required - Use of validated assessment instruments (e.g., BRAINS Assessment or equivalent) - Strict confidentiality and timely written reports (72 hours for suitability, 7 business days for psychometric results) - Compliance with North Carolina laws and specific insurance requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are mandated; incumbent vendor is FMRT - Estimated contract value is $75,000 annually, totaling $225,000 over three years, with two optional one-year renewals

Description

Guilford County Purchasing Department is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide psychological evaluation services. These services include pre-screening psychological evaluations for employment, post-offer evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, critical incident evaluations, trauma peer training, risk of violence assessments, special team suitability evaluations, supervisory consultation and training, and other post-hire psychological services. The contract term is initially three years with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods. The evaluations must be conducted by licensed psychologists and include timely written reports and confidentiality of candidate information.

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