The Port Police Division is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide background investigation services to the Office of the Chief of Police on an intermittent as-needed basis. The Port Police Division has delegated authority to conduct personnel security background investigations on prospective Port Police applicants, civilian employees including Port Security Officers, and other Harbor Department employees as assigned. The purpose of these investigations is to determine suitability for employment. Background investigations on Port Police applicants are to be conducted in accordance with California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) regulations.