Medical Service Provisions for Arrestees

The Santa Monica Police Department is seeking contractual medical services to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements for providing timely medical care to arrestees who report injuries or medical concerns prior to booking and housing in its Type I jail, which retains individuals for up to 96 hours and processes approximately 3,400 individuals annually. Given Santa Monica’s population surge from 89,922 to over 250,000 during peak seasonal periods, the demand for emergency medical response and evaluation at the jail facility is subject to significant fluctuations, requiring a reliable and scalable service provider capable of meeting urgent healthcare needs around the clock. The solicitation, identified by number 474, was posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 24, 2026, and is open to qualified vendors under a state and local law enforcement procurement framework. The contract is managed by the Santa Monica Police Department in California, with primary point of contact Kiajett Charles, Administrative Analyst, reachable at 310-458-8451 or kiajett.charles@santamonica.gov, and secondary contact Kellee Mac Donald, Senior Buyer, at 310-458-8797 or kellee.macdonald@santamonica.gov. All services must be performed at the Santa Monica Jail located in the city of Santa Monica, CA, 90401, and vendors are expected to align with local operational protocols, staffing schedules, and legal obligations surrounding inmate health. Bidders must demonstrate experience in correctional or emergency medical services, capacity to respond within required timeframes, and adherence to privacy and documentation standards mandated for law enforcement medical interventions.