Pre-Employment Background Investigation Services

The City of Carlsbad Police Department is seeking a contractor to conduct pre-employment background investigations for civilian, sworn, and public safety dispatcher applicants, including reports and supporting documentation that meet applicable California POST requirements.

City of Carlsbad > Police Department


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RFP 27-03
Dec 05, 2026 01:00 AM
Nov 06, 2026 05:43 PM
3 years base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
shea.sainz@carlsbadca.gov
+14423392467
1635 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA, USA
Submission Instructions
City of Carlsbad eBidding site
Description

The City of Carlsbad Police Department seeks pre-employment background investigations for assigned civilian and sworn applicants, including peace officer and public safety dispatcher candidates. Work includes reviewing applicant materials; verifying education, employment, references, residence, military history, driving records, and other relevant records; conducting interviews and inquiries; and documenting discrepancies, unavailable records, and relevant findings. Investigations must follow applicable California law, POST requirements, and police department procedures. In-person interviews, home visits, or other investigative activities may be required when warranted, with travel potentially within or outside California. For each assignment, the contractor must provide an objective, complete narrative report and supporting documentation, meet applicable POST reporting requirements, and complete the investigation within 45 calendar days of assignment unless the department approves another deadline. Bidders must demonstrate recent relevant California experience and qualified investigators, including required POST-certified training for peace officer and dispatcher investigations. The contract term is three years, with up to two optional one-year extensions. Proposals must include a cost projection for each contract year, per-investigation pricing, and any additional fees.

Classification Codes
NAICS561611Investigation and Personal Background Check Services
PSCR615SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Smart Codes
pre-employment background investigationslaw enforcement applicant screeningbackground investigation reports
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 19, 2026 01:00 AM-Questions Due
Nov 24, 2026-Questions and Answers Released
Dec 1, 2026-Negotiations Completed and Selected Contractor(s) Notified of Intent to Award
Dec 05, 2026 01:00 AM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Jan 1, 2027-Award of Agreement
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Professional Liability — $1,000,000.00
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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RFP 27-03 Background Investigation Services FINALNov 06, 2026 09:40 AM
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