Bid guide
How to bid on the Paid Detail Application and Software Platform for the NYC Police Department
What the NYPD is buying and why it matters
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) is seeking a vendor to provide an electronic platform and application. This system will manage the scheduling, assignment, billing, and reporting for uniformed officers who work paid outside security details for clients participating in the Paid Detail program.
This is an opportunity for technology firms to provide a critical management system. The platform needs to support approximately 6,500 officers currently eligible for the program and must be expandable to accommodate more participants in the future.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting proposals is August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted through the City of New York's PASSPort system.
An optional, but highly recommended, pre-proposal conference will be held on July 14th at 2:00 PM on Microsoft Teams. Details for joining this meeting are provided in the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for technology companies with existing software platforms and applications capable of managing complex scheduling, assignment, billing, and reporting functions. Experience with large-scale user bases and the ability to expand system capacity are important.
Firms specializing in government or public safety software solutions, workforce management systems, or custom application development for large organizations would be well-suited to respond.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, you can view the original source which opens NYC's Current Solicitations open-data list. Find this solicitation by its PIN (05626P0001) or title.
To view documents or submit a response, you can search the PIN on City Record Online or register a free vendor account in the City of New York's PASSPort system. All bids must be submitted through PASSPort before the August 19, 2026 deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all requirements in the solicitation, paying close attention to the functional and technical specifications for the platform and application. Highlight your system's ability to handle the current scale of 6,500 officers and its potential for substantial expansion.
Clearly articulate your experience with similar projects, especially those involving complex user management, scheduling, and financial reporting. Attend the pre-proposal conference if possible, as it is an opportunity to ask questions and gain clarity on the agency's specific needs.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from NYC Police Department; the original posting controls.