Title
Police Psychological Services and Fit for Duty Evaluations
Action
Action:
A. Approve a contract with FMRT Group, LLC for Police Psychological Services and Fit for Duty Evaluations for an initial term of two years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Johnny Jennings, CMPD
Gene Lim, CMPD
Explanation
§ Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officers have access to sensitive, protected information, and hold positions accountable for protecting the safety of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community.
§ CMPD conducts a thorough evaluation of potential officers. A psychological evaluation is a required component of the officer selection process to assist in assessing the capacity of recruits to handle the comprehensive responsibilities of police officers.
§ In addition to the recruitment purposes, CMPD requires employees who exhibit behaviors inconsistent with expectations to undergo a fit-for-duty evaluation in certain circumstances.
§ On December 29, 2023, the city issued a Request for Proposals (RFP); one response was received.
§ The FMRT Group, LLC meets the city’s needs in terms of qualifications, experience, cost, and responsiveness to RFP requirements.
§ At renewal, price adjustments may be considered based on legitimate and justified increases in the cost of doing business.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $200,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Contract goals were not established on this Contract as there were no viable subcontracting opportunities.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Police Operating Budget