Bid guide
How to bid on Polygraph Examination Services for LA County Sheriff
What the LA County Sheriff is buying
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is seeking qualified vendors to provide polygraph examination services on an as-needed basis. They plan to establish Master Agreements with selected vendors. This is an opportunity for specialized firms to secure ongoing work with a major law enforcement agency.
Vendors must meet specific experience requirements, including having completed at least 200 polygraph examinations, with 100 for law enforcement agencies and 25 using a Lafayette computerized instrument within the last three years. Your firm and its examiners must also hold specific accreditations and training.
Key dates and rolling submissions
The solicitation was released on September 2, 2025. While the initial Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) deadline was October 2, 2025, the solicitation remains open for rolling submissions. This means that even if you missed the initial deadline, your SOQ may still be reviewed at a later date to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. The RFSQ will remain open until the Department's needs are met.
It is your responsibility to ensure your SOQ is received by the Sheriff's Department. There are no further deadlines specified for rolling submissions, so it is advisable to submit as soon as you are ready.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for professional polygraph examination firms with a strong track record, particularly those with experience serving law enforcement agencies. Your firm must be actively administering polygraph examinations and be recognized and accredited by a professional polygraph association such as the American Polygraph Association, California Association of Polygraph Examiners, or the American Association of Police Polygraphists.
Your proposed polygraph examiners must be graduates of an accredited polygraph course, current members in good standing of a professional association, and have completed at least 12 hours of training within the last three years. Each examiner will also need to pass a proficiency exam provided by the County on their first attempt.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and documents for this solicitation, you will need to navigate to the LA County portal. Once there, locate the bid card for 'Polygraph Examination Services' and click on the solicitation number. All necessary documents will be publicly available for download.
Your response, known as a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), must include one original hard copy, three numbered exact hard copies, and two separate exact electronic copies in PDF format on flash drives. These must be submitted in a sealed envelope or box, clearly marked with your vendor name, address, and the solicitation reference 'SOQ for Polygraph Examination Services (RFSQ 744-SH)'. Deliver or mail your complete SOQ to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Hall of Justice, Fiscal Administration – Contracts Unit, 211 West Temple Street, 6th Floor, Los Angeles, California 90012, Attention: Monica Castillo, Contract Analyst.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all minimum mandatory qualifications and provide comprehensive supporting documentation for each. This includes detailed references for past examinations, copies of accreditations, examiner diplomas and certificates, and proof of current memberships and training.
Pay close attention to the proficiency exam requirement for each proposed polygraph examiner. Ensure your examiners are well-prepared, as failure on the first attempt will lead to disqualification. Organize your submission clearly, labeling all copies and ensuring both hard copy and electronic versions are exact matches to avoid any discrepancies during review.
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 LA County Sheriff; the original posting controls.