RFP: Background Investigation Services

October 18, 2024

PROJECT NAME: Background Investigation Services
DATE OF ISSUANCE: October 17, 2024
DATE PROPOSAL DUE: November 8, 2024
ISSUING OFFICE: Muskegon Police Department
Att: Capt. S. Zonnebelt
Ref. Background Investigation Services
980 Jefferson
Muskegon, MI 49440

Invitation
The City of Muskegon Police Department (hereinafter referred to as “City”) performs background checks as part of the City’s pre-employment process for both sworn and civilian employees. A background check is processed prior to a candidate being selected for hire. This includes, but is not limited to inquiries into one’s criminal, employment, and credit history.
The City’s purpose of this Request for Proposals (hereinafter referred to as “RFP”) is to enter into a contract for Background Investigation Services for pre-employment background checks.

Scope of Work
The following list summarizes the information typically obtained for all candidates through the City’s pre-employment background investigation. Additional information may be required for individuals at higher levels.
• Local, state, and federal criminal record search.
• Employment verification for current and previous employers.
• Social Security number trace.
• Education verification.
• Credit report.
• Reference interviews.
• Candidate Interview.

Background Investigation Services RFP