Prison Report Consultant

The State of Maryland’s Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP) seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive study of the adult prison system. The study will identify systemic policy gaps, analyze violence and death statistics, compare Maryland’s practices with lower‑violence jurisdictions, and deliver actionable recommendations to improve safety and reduce fatalities. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, twelve‑month award not to exceed $200,000. Key deliverables include a methodology document, monthly progress updates, an interim report (due 90 days before contract end), and a final report (due 60 days before contract end). Qualified offerors must hold a PhD or Master’s in a relevant discipline, have peer‑reviewed publications, and demonstrate experience with quantitative and qualitative research, statistical tools, and correctional policy analysis. The solicitation includes a mandatory pre‑proposal virtual conference on 10 Oct 2026 and a questions deadline of 19 Oct 2026. • Scope: research, data analysis, comparative policy review, stakeholder interviews, best‑practice synthesis, recommendations. • Duration: 12 months, with interim and final reporting milestones. • Budget cap: $200,000 (firm‑fixed‑price). • Minimum qualifications: advanced degree in criminology/criminal justice or related field; at least two peer‑reviewed publications; references. • Required expertise: statistical analysis (SPSS, R, Stata), correctional‑system knowledge, policy translation. • Submission: double‑envelope electronic proposal via eMMA by 06 Nov 2026, 2 PM EST.