Pre-employment Psychological Examinations

The New Hampshire Department of Corrections (NHDOC) is soliciting proposals for RFP NHDOC 2027-06 to obtain remote pre-employment psychological evaluation services for candidates seeking employment as Corrections Officers. The selected contractor, who must be a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist in the State of New Hampshire, will assess the psychological fitness and emotional stability of approximately 80 candidates annually. Evaluations must be conducted via a secure NHDOC-approved platform within 15 calendar days of referral, with written reports submitted within three business days of the evaluation. The scope requires the use of specific assessment tools, including the MMPI-3, CPI, SELE-2, and PEI, and compliance with NH RSA 106-L:6, VII and New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council requirements. The contract is anticipated to be effective upon approval by the Governor and Council through June 30, 2030, with a potential extension option for up to two additional years. Award selection is based on a 100-point scale, split equally between a technical proposal (50 points) and a cost proposal (50 points), with a minimum technical threshold of 30 points required for further consideration. Contractors must adhere to strict regulatory standards, including HIPAA compliance, the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003, and various state and federal equal opportunity laws. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and must include a Certificate of Good Standing, a Certificate of Authority/Vote, and a Certificate of Insurance.