Sources Sought Forensic Behavioral Science Services (FBSS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Medical Services (MED), is conducting market research through this Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Forensic Behavioral Science Services (FBSS). This RFI aims to identify qualified vendors capable of providing forensic psychological assessments, LEO fitness for duty evaluations, and operational psychology consultation. This is for market research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due July 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The FBSS provides critical services to DOS's global workforce, including:
- Forensic psychological and psychiatric evaluations: Supporting security clearance adjudication, LEO fitness for duty, and targeted violence risk assessment.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) mental health consultations: Provided by forensic psychologists, psychiatrists, or licensed clinical social workers.
- LEO physical examinations and medication reviews: Conducted by board-certified occupational medicine physicians per ACOEM Law Enforcement Standards.
- Embedded doctoral-level forensic psychology support: For DOS Consular Affairs and FBSS operations, requiring TS/SCI clearance eligibility.
- Part-time program management: By a master's-level nurse, requiring TS clearance eligibility.
Services are anticipated to be on a Time-and-Materials basis. The period of performance is expected to be a one-year base period plus four one-year option periods.
Personnel Qualifications
Key personnel require specific qualifications:
- Psychologists: Doctoral degree (PhD/PsyD) from APA-accredited program, APA-accredited internship, 7+ years relevant experience (national security, intelligence, DoD, forensic, law enforcement), and valid license. TS/SCI clearance for embedded roles.
- Physicians: Board certified in Occupational Medicine, experienced with law enforcement officers.
- Social Workers: MSW from CSWE-accredited program, highest level of independent clinical licensure, 10+ years diversified experience.
- Nurses (Program Manager): Master's in Nursing, active license, 10 years managerial experience, experience with State/DoD populations. TS clearance required.
Submission Details
Interested parties must submit responses using the FBSS RFI Vendor Inquiry Document (attached to the posting) and may include capability statements. Incomplete responses may not be considered.
- Response Due: July 1, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Submission Method: Electronically to HofhineAK@state.gov
- Subject Line: RFI Response – 19AQMM26_RFI_FBSS – [Company Name]
- Attachments: FBSS RFI Vendor Question Document (required) and FBSS RFI – Draft SOW.
Important Notices
This notice is for market research only. It does not obligate the Government to award a contract or pay for information provided. Do not include proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information. The Government is not obligated to acknowledge receipt or provide feedback.