Santa Cruz Police Department Staffing Study

The City of Santa Cruz is seeking proposals from qualified firms, consultants, or individuals to perform a comprehensive staffing study for the Santa Cruz Police Department. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the department’s workload, including calls for service and ongoing operational commitments, and to analyze staffing levels based on established models and data. The goal is to develop recommendations that will optimize staffing structures, improve resource allocation, enhance operational efficiency, and better serve the community’s current and future needs. The contract is intended to be awarded for an initial period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension, to the most qualified and responsive bidder that meets the requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals. The solicitation, identified as RFP No. HR-0127, was posted on May 28, 2024, with a response deadline of June 25, 2024. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $150,000. The project is managed by the California Human Resources organization, with primary contact being Catherine Brothers, who can be reached via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. Interested parties can find additional details and submit proposals through the designated procurement portal.