Bid guide
How to bid on child abuse forensic services for the City of Bentonville
What the City is buying
The City of Bentonville Police Department is seeking qualified providers for forensic interviews and forensic medical examinations for children involved in suspected or confirmed child abuse cases.
The contract is for one year, with annual renewals by mutual written agreement for up to three years. The City may award the work to one provider or multiple providers.
Key date and deadline
The RFP was published November 1, 2026. Proposals are due November 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Submit your electronic response before the deadline through the agency’s Beacon portal. Do not wait until the last minute to complete portal steps or upload your response.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is intended for experienced providers that are qualified, licensed, and insured to deliver child abuse forensic interviewing and medical examination services.
It may suit a provider that offers either or both service types. The City may select one or multiple providers.
How to access and respond
Click “View the original posting” to open the solicitation page on the City’s Beacon portal. You can view the page without signing in and review its description, attachments, deadlines, and buyer contact.
Create a free Beacon supplier account to download documents, join the interest list, or submit an electronic response. Submit your proposal through the portal before the due date.
Prepare a clear, competitive proposal
Read the solicitation and attachments carefully, then organize your response around the City’s stated requirements. Explain your relevant experience and how your services address the requested forensic interviews, medical examinations, or both.
Check that your proposal clearly shows your qualifications, licenses, and insurance, and that all required documents are included. Review the final response in the portal before submitting it.
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 City of Bentonville; the original posting controls.