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Sheriff’s Office recommending the Board:
1) Make findings that in accordance with Ordinance 3.13.030(C), as-needed pre-employment background investigation services are in the best interest of the public and due to the limited timeframes, temporary or occasional nature, or schedule for the project or scope of work, the ongoing aggregate of work to be performed is not sufficient to warrant addition of permanent staff;
2) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign competitively bid Agreement 9841 with KP Research Services, Inc. in the amount of $150,000 for a term of three years beginning October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028; and
3) Authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute future amendments to Agreement 9841 that do not alter the total amount or the term, contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: General Fund.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
The Sheriff's Office formally submitted a request in March 2025, to the Procurement and Contracts Division of the Chief Administrative Office to issue a competitive Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for background investigation services on an as-needed basis. On August 21, 2025, as a result of RFQ #2025-0118, KP Research Services, Inc was identified as a qualified firm.
The hiring process for law enforcement and civilian positions with the Sheriff's Office requires extensive background investigations to ensure that all candidates meet the high standards of integrity, reliability, and professionalism expected in public safety roles. These investigations are critical to maintaining community trust and organizational effectiveness.
In recent months, the Sheriff's Office has seen a substantial increase in the volume of background investigations due to the expanded recruitment efforts, retirements, and the filling of long-standing vacancies. To address this challenge, the Sheriff's Office seeks to bring on an experienced Background Investigator to assist with the review and evaluation of ...
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