Background Check and Screening Services

The City of Spokane is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive pre‑employment background check and screening services on an as‑needed basis for a three‑year term (with two optional one‑year extensions). The contract will cover criminal history, credit, driving records, education and employment verification, in‑person county checks where electronic data are unavailable, and full compliance with FCRA requirements, including generation of adverse‑impact letters. Vendors must be licensed in Washington State, have at least five years of relevant experience, and be able to deliver results within 1–3 business days for most checks. Submissions are electronic via ProcureWare and must include a signed addendum, technical, management, and cost proposals within the stipulated page limits. • Required services: SSN verification, name/address trace, DOB validation, criminal history (state and federal), credit checks, driving records, education/employment verification, and county‑specific in‑person checks. • Mandatory capabilities: Web‑based portal with candidate notifications, ability to generate FCRA adverse‑impact letters at no extra charge, and optional à‑la‑carte add‑ons (e.g., civil searches, social‑media checks). • Vendor qualifications: Washington State business license, ≥5 years background‑screening experience, ability to perform risk‑management scans, and compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.