Port of Los Angeles Internal Affairs Investigations Consultant RFP - RAMP ID #232587
The Port of Los AngelesPublic Authority · San Pedro, CA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Susana Eldridge
- (213) 978-1960
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department invites proposals from qualified consultants to provide professional internal affairs investigation services for the Los Angeles Port Police, RAMP ID #232587. The scope of work includes reviewing personnel complaints and evidence, identifying witnesses, conducting interviews, preparing detailed case reports with transcripts and disciplinary history, and delivering hard copy and electronic versions in conformance with the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights Act and Port Police policy. The contract term is expected to be three years. Proposals are due by Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via email to [email protected]. Questions are due by October 27, 2026. Required submittals include small/very small business enterprise forms, an insurance verification letter, City Ethics Commission Form 50, and acceptance of standard contract provisions.
Review of the initial Personnel Complaint document; Review evidence; Identify witnesses and other potentially relevant individuals; Obtain statements, Conduct interviews, And provide transcripts of interviews; Prepare the case report with investigative sections; Deliver the case report in hard copy and electronic versions
1) firm qualifications, experience, and references (weight 6), 2) project organization, personnel, and staffing (weight 6), 3) project approach, work plan, and timeline (weight 4), 4) cost (weight 3), 5) clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal (weight 1)
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Summary
The City of Los Angeles Harbor Department invites proposals from qualified consultants to provide professional internal affairs investigation services for the Los Angeles Port Police, RAMP ID #232587.
The scope of work includes reviewing personnel complaints and evidence, identifying witnesses, conducting interviews, preparing detailed case reports with transcripts and disciplinary history, and delivering hard copy and electronic versions in conformance with the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights Act and Port Police policy. The contract term is expected to be three years. Proposals are due by Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via email to [email protected]. Questions are due by October 27, 2026. Required submittals include small/very small business enterprise forms, an insurance verification letter, City Ethics Commission Form 50, and acceptance of standard contract provisions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- 1) firm qualifications
- Experience
- References (weight 6)
- 2) project organization
- Personnel
- Staffing (weight 6)
- 3) project approach
- Work plan
- Timeline (weight 4)
- 4) cost (weight 3)
- 5) clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal (weight 1)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Review of the initial Personnel Complaint document
- Review evidence
- Identify witnesses and other potentially relevant individuals
- Obtain statements, Conduct interviews, And provide transcripts of interviews
- Prepare the case report with investigative sections
- Deliver the case report in hard copy and electronic versions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Small/Very Small Business Enterprise Affidavit and Consultant Description forms (Exhibit B)
- Insurance verification letter
- City Ethics Commission (CEC) Form 50
- Signed letter confirming intention to comply with RAMP demographic reporting requirements of Executive Directive 35 and acceptance of Standard Contract Provisions
- Cover transmittal letter
- Resumes for all proposed staff personnel
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Los Angeles
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from The Port of Los Angeles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Susana Eldridge.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including The Port of Los Angeles in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Susana Eldridge at (213) 978-1960. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Review of the initial Personnel Complaint document; Review evidence; Identify witnesses and other potentially relevant individuals; Obtain statements, Conduct interviews, And provide transcripts of interviews; Prepare the case report with investigative sections; Deliver the case report in hard copy. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "1) firm qualifications, experience, and references (weight 6), 2) project organization, personnel, and staffing (weight 6), 3) project approach, work plan, and timeline (weight 4), 4) cost (weight 3),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Small/Very Small Business Enterprise Affidavit and Consultant Description forms (Exhibit B); Insurance verification letter; City Ethics Commission (CEC) Form 50; Signed letter confirming intention to. Review the full document from The Port of Los Angeles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.