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FORT WORTH
CITY OF FORT WORTH
COOPERATIVE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
This Cooperative Purchase Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Information
Discovery Services, LLC ("Vendor") and the City of Fort Worth, ("City"), a Texas home rule
municipality.
The Cooperative Purchase Agreement includes the following documents which shall be construed in the
order of precedence in which they are listed:
1. This Cooperative Purchase Agreement;
2. Exhibit A — Seller's Quote, Scope of Services or Purchase Order;
3. Exhibit B — Cooperative Agency Contract [Texas Smart Buy: TXMAS-19-738X01]; and
4. Exhibit C — Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
Exhibits A, B, and C, which are attached hereto and incorporated herein, are made a part of this
Agreement for all purposes. Vendor agrees to provide City with the services and goods included in
Exhibit A pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Cooperative Purchase Agreement, including all
exhibits thereto.
City shall pay Vendor in accordance with the fee schedule in Exhibit A and in accordance with
the provisions of this Agreement. Total payment made under this Agreement for the first year by City
shall not exceed One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00). Vendor shall not provide any
additional items or services or bill for expenses incurred for City not specified by this Agreement unless
City requests and approves in writing the additional costs for such services. City shall not be liable for
any additional expenses of Vendor not specified by this Agreement unless City first approves such
expenses in writing.
The term of this Agreement is effective beginning on the date signed by the Assistant City
Manager below ("Effective Date") and expires on March 24, 2024.
Vendor agrees that City shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final payment under this
Agreement, or the final conclusion of any audit commenced during the said three years, have access to
and the right to examine at reasonable times any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records,
including, but not limited to, all electronic records, of Vendor involving transactions relating to this
Agreement at no additional cost to City. Vendor agrees that City shall have access during normal
working hours to all necessary Vendor facilities and shall be provided adequate and appropriate work
space in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of this section. City shall give Vendor
reasonable advance notice of intended audits.
Notices required pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement shall be conclusively determined
to have been delivered when (1) hand -delivered to the other party, its agents, employees, servants or
representatives, (2) delivered by facsimile with electronic confirmation of the transmission, or (3)
received by the other party by United States Mail, registered, return receipt requested, addressed as
follows:
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
To CITY:
To VENDOR:
City of Fort Worth Information Discovery Services, LLC (IDS)
Attn: Fernando Costa, Assistant City Manager Regan Starkey, President
200 Texas Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102-6314 Address:
Facsimile: (817) 392-8654 3104 SE Loop 820
Fort Worth, TX 76140
With copy to Fort Worth City Attorney's Office at
same address Facsimile: 817-551-3884
The undersigned represents and warrants that he or she has the power and authority to execute this
Agreement and bind the respective Vendor.
CITY OF FORT WORTH:
By:
Name: Fernando Costa
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date:
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
BY: RobertIlen A dredge Jr. (Sep 6, 2023 08:01 CDT)
Name: Robert A. Alldredge Jr
Title: Executive Assistant Cheif
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the person
responsible for the monitoring and administration
of this contract, including ensuring all performance
and reporting requirements.
,L�za�:u Ce�ema.L
Name: Loraine Coleman
Title: Administrative Services Mgr
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
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Name: Jessika Williams
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By:
Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
VENDOR:
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Discovery Services, LLC (IDS)
By: A gan Star
Title: President
Date: 9.1.23
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION:
M&C: N/A
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
IDS"Your Partner in Risk Mitigation." Exhibit A
informatior
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GSA Price List: Information Discovery Services, Inc.'s Commercial Practice incorporates a 1% EPA to pricing.
Personal Testimony
Record Testimony
Site Visit
Applicant/Subject Interview
Employment Verification - Personal
(Source & Record)
Neighborhood Check -Personal
(Source & Record, when applicable)
Commercial Pre -Screen Package - credit history &
county criminal checks (7 yrs)
County Criminal Check - up to 3
(each Additional $20leach)
Credit Check
Employment Verification - Telephonic
(Source & Record)
Character Reference - Telephonic
Education Record
$ 166.12
$ 167.78
$ 169.46
$ 171.16
$ 172.87
$ 166.12
$ 167.78
$ 169.46
$ 171.16
$ 172.87
$ 170.24
$ 171.94
$ 173.66
$ 175.40
$ 177.15
$ 425.45
$ 429.71
$ 434.01
$ 438.35
$ 442.73
$ 214.37
$ 216.51
$ 218.68
$ 220.87
$ 223.08
$ 186.12
$ 100.60
$ 187.98
$ 101.61
$ 102.63
$ 191.76
$ 103.66
$ 193.68
$ 106.70
$ 37.21
$ 37.58
$ 37.96
$ 38.34
$ 38.72
$ 10.63
$ 10.74
$ 10.85
$ 10.96
$ 11.07
$ 82.97
$ 83.80
$ 84.64
$ 85.49
$ 86.35
$ 61.21
$ 61.82
$ 62.44
$ 63.06
$ 63.69
$11.68
$11.80
$11.92
$12.04
$12.16
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Information
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"Your Partner in Risk Mitigation."
Tier 5 -
Extended (60 days)
$ 4,035.00
$ 4,075.35
$ 4,116.10
$ 4,157.26
$ 4,198.83
Tier 5 -
Standard (35 days)
$ 4,640.25
$ 4,686.65
$ 4,733.52
$ 4,780.86
$ 4,828.67
Tier 5 —
Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,842.00
$ 4,890.42
$ 4,939.32
$ 4,988.71
$ 5,038.60
Tier 5R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 2,596.55
$ 2,622.52
$ 2,648.75
$ 2,675.24
$ 2,701.99
Tier 5R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 2,986.03
$ 3,015.89
$ 3,046.05
$ 3,076.51
$ 3,107.28
Tier 5R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,115.86
$ 3,147.02
$ 3,178.49
$ 3,210.27
$ 3,242.37
Tier 4 —
Extended (60 days)
$ 3,665.68
$ 3,702.34
$ 3,739.36
$ 3,776.75
$ 3,814.52
Tier 4 —
Standard (35 days)
$ 4,215.53
$ 4,257.69
$ 4,300.27
$ 4,343.27
$ 4,386.70
Tier 4 —
Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,398.82
$ 4,442.81
$ 4,487.24
$ 4,532.11
$ 4,577.43
Tier 4R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 2,677.21
$ 2,703.98
$ 2,731.02
$ 2,758.33
$ 2,785.91
Tier 4R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 3,078.79
$ 3,109.58
$ 3,140.68
$ 3,172.09
$ 3,203.81
Tier 4R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,212.65
$ 3,244.78
$ 3,277.23
$ 3,310.00
$ 3,343.10
Tier 3 -
Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3 -
Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 3 -
Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 3R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.86
Tier 3R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
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Tier 2 - Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2 - Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2 - Expedited 14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 2R — Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2R — Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2R — Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) —Individual Subject
$ 350.00
$ 353.50
$ 357.04
$ 360.61
$ 364.22
Re -Contact
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) — Individual
$ 175.00
$ 176.75
$ 178.52
$ 180.31
$ 182.11
Telephonic Subject Re -Contact
$ 1,250.00
$ 1,262.50
$ 1,275.13
$ 1,287.88
$ 1,300.76
Additional Lead Activity —Individual Subject
Interview/ESI/TESI
Volume/Quantity Discounts:
1% off for single orders $50,000-$99,000
Additional 2% off for single orders $100,000-$499,999
Additional 3% off for single order over $500,000
Prompt Payment — Net 10 Days 1%, Net 20 Days .5%
Net 30 Days Std. Gov't Terms
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Exhibit 6
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Contract Details: # TXMAS-19-738X01
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Number
TXMAS-19-738X01
Description
Human Resources and EEO Services
Category
TxSmartBuy
Type
TXMAS
Start Date
12/30/2019
End Date
3/24/2024
Fed
GS-02F-094BA
Purchase Category
PCC X
Code(Agencies Only)
Optional Renewal Terms
No renewals remaining
Purchase Orders Only purchase orders issued through Texas SmartBuy (TSB) are eligible for contract pricing. The Contractor
cannot ship any products or provide services until receipt of a Purchase Order generated by the TSB system.
All purchase orders that include a quote order line (excluding linked item quotes) will be placed on hold
pending Statewide Procurement Division (SPD) review.
Quote order requirements:
1. Items that are available in TSB must be placed through the TSB shopping cart. The TSB shopping cart allows
up to 45 line items. Once 45 line items are added to the TSB shopping cart, the additional order items must be
totaled and entered using the quote order line.
2. State agencies must enter no less than 20 items into the TSB shopping cart before utilizing the quote line
option. Texas SmartBuy Members are encouraged to add items to the TSB cart before utilizing the quote line
option.
3. All purchase orders that include a quote order line require the attachment of a completed contractor quote
containing the following:
• Detailed, unit pricing of all contracted items and services.
• The contractor's TXMAS contract number clearly identified.
• Open market, or incidental, items clearly identified.
4. Validation of contract pricing and item availability is the responsibility of the purchaser in determining best value
When the attachment is confirmed, SPD will release the purchase order to the TXMAS contractor for fulfillment.
5. If approval is requested prior to the order being inputted in TSB, or SPD assistance is requested to validate
pricing or item availability, the information may be submitted to txmasquote@cpa.texas.gov
(mailto:txmasquote@cpa.texas.gov).
Customers may only purchase TXMAS goods or services from a TXMAS Contractor online through Texas
SmartBuy. CPA does not authorize any offline sales of this TXMAS contract's goods or services.
IMPORTANT. The services provided by this contract may be a service subject to the provisions of Texas
Government Code Chapter 2254. A state agency, as defined by Texas Government Code Chapter 2254,
may only acquire the services subject to Texas Government Code Chapter 2254 according to the
procedures identified in that chapter. Failure to comply with the provisions of Texas Government Code
Chapter 2254 could result in a void contract.
Order Limitation The contractor is not required to accept orders below the minimum listed below. Orders between the minimum and
maximum listed below are subject to the pricing of the underlying contract.
Minimum order:
$100.00
Maximum order:
$1,000,000.00 for SIN 595-27
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Management should be directed to:
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Phone: (512) 463-3034 option 3
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Approved
Only products or services listed in the underlying contract may be purchased from this TXMAS contract, with one
Products/Services
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TXMAS purchase order if they are clearly labeled as "open market (OM), best value" items.
Incidental items may not exceed $5,000.00 OR 50% of the purchase order total, whichever is less.
If the pending order includes incidental items that exceed the stated limits, a request may be submitted by the
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Warranty Details
Commercial Warranty
Expedited Payment
1 % - 10 days
Discount
0.5% - 20 days
Compliant Products by
Customer reserves the right to require new delivery or a refund in the event that materials or products not meeting
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Rebate Reporting
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agency. Each quarter of the State's fiscal year (September 1 through August 31), TXMAS contractors rebate
0.73875% of their TXMAS sales to the State of Texas via the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA). It is the
purchasing entity's responsibility to report the amount of rebate to the federal fund -provider using the above
percent based on the total dollar value of the TXMAS purchase order.
Example: A purchasing entity receives and uses federal funds of $50,000 to purchase items/services on a TXMAS
contract. The purchasing entity must report to the federal fund -provider that a sales rebate of $369.37 ($50,000
0.73875% _ $369.37) will be paid to the State of Texas by the TXMAS contractor.
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the customer's participation in gathering information on vendor performance. State agency customers shall report
vendor performance on purchases of $25,000 or more from contracts administered by CPA, or any other purchase
of $25,000 or more made through delegated authority granted by CPA JAC 20.108), or purchases exempt from
CPA procurement rules and procedures. State agencies are additionally encouraged to report vendor performance
on purchases under $25,000.
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(https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/programs/vendor-performance-tracking/).
The purpose of the Vendor Performance Tracking System is to:
• Identify vendors that have exceptional performance
• Aid purchasers in making a best value determination based on vendor past performance
• Protect the state from vendors with unethical business practices
• Track vendor performance for delegated and exempt purchases
Contractor Information
VID:14537574460
Contractor: Information Discovery Services, LLC
Contact Name: Regan Starkey
Email: r.starkey@informationdiscovery.net
Phone: (817) 551-3898 x101
Address: Regan Starkey Information Discovery Services, LLC 3014 SE Loop 820 Fort Worth TX 76140
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
Authorized Federal Supply Schedule Price List
On-line access to contract ordering information, terms and conditions, up-to-date pricing, and the option to create an electronic delivery order are
available through GSA Advantage!, a menu -driven database system. The internet address for GSA Advantage! is: httns://WWW.L'saadvantaL-e.LTov.
Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)
SIN 561611: HR Support: Pre -Employment Ockground Investigations
SIN OLM: Order Level Materials (OLMs)
Investigations Business Size: Small Business
I D S
Contract Number: GS-02F-094BA
Contract Period of Performance: March 25, 2014- March 24, 2024
Ad vary tage!°
Contract Administrator: Regan Starkey(rstarkey@informationdiscovery.net)
Phone: 817-551-3898, ext. 101 Fax: 817-551-3884
Mod. #: Mod Date: V.
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Table of Contents:
Introduction ... page 4
Field Service Qualifications................................................................................ page 4
ServicesOffered.................................................................................................... page 5
Background Investigations & Screening Solutions ..................................
SiteVisits..................................................................................................................
Investigative Services & Support by the hour ...........................................
................. page 5
................. page 5
................ page 6
Services Descriptions...........................................................................................
page 6
SiteVisits..........................................................................................................................................page
6
Personal Testimonies...................................................................................................................page
6
Applicant/Subject Interview....................................................................................................page
6
Employment Verification-Personal........................................................................................page
7
Employment Verification- Telephonic..................................................................................page
7
Character Reference- Telephonic...........................................................................................page
7
Neighborhood Check- Personal................................................................................................page
8
RecordTestimonies......................................................................................................................page
8
County Criminal History Checks..............................................................................................page
8
CreditReport..................................................................................................................................page
8
EducationRecord...................................................................................................................page9
BankruptcyRecord......................................................................................................................page
9
Commercial Pre -Screen Package.............................................................................................page
9
Tier5...............................................................................................................................page
10
TierSR...........................................................................................................................page
10
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Tier4............................................................................................................................
page 10
Tier411 ..........................................................................................................................page
10
Tier3............................................................................................................................
page 10
Tier311 ..........................................................................................................................
page 10
Tier2............................................................................................................................
page 10
Tier211 ..........................................................................................................................
page 10
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) Individual Subject Re -Contact ...............................
page 11
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) Individual Telephonic Subject Re -Contact ..........
page 11
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) Individual Subject Interview (ESI/TESI)..............
page 11
Labor Categories
Investigative Services- Field Investigator........................................................................page 11
Terms and Conditions..........................................................................................page 12
GSAPrice List..........................................................................................................page 17
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Introduction
IDS is a full -service investigations firm focused on achieving customer satisfaction by delivering high quality and timely
reports of investigation and inspection. Our nationwide team of credentialed, licensed and federally cleared investigators
offers our clients in person coverage across the United States and territories. With an average of twenty years prior
investigative experience, our field team is comprised of former federal, state, and local law enforcement officials who offer
agencies the experience and subject matter expertise for a variety of investigative services.
Field Service nualifications
• Nationwide investigative staff
• Ability to quickly cross -train staff to accommodate new client requirements
• Program Manager with over 10 years' experience managing investigations contracts
• Three years corporate past performance conducting investigations and site inspections
• Ability to expand service offerings as needed to include social media monitoring and fingerprint collection
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Services offered:
Background Investigations & Screening Solutions
Our nationwide team of highly trained and federally cleared investigators support national security clearance
adjudications and public trust hiring and suitability decisions for federal and municipal government agencies and commercial
hiring decisions. Investigations include:
• In -person interviews with applicants/subjects, references, neighbors, employers, medical professionals and other
persons with information pertinent to the investigation.
• Document and records review to collect data on the applicant's financial stability, criminal history, mental
health, civil court actions and other areas relevant to the investigation.
• In-depth and comprehensive reports of investigation delivered electronically via our proprietary, secure case
management system (CAAST")
Site Visits
IDS conducts unannounced site visits nationwide on behalf of law enforcement agencies; aimed to validate an
applicant/subject's residence listed on their application and provide observations as to the condition of the structure and
surrounding areas. This involves:
• Interviews with occupants and neighbors
• Time stamped photographs of the structure and area
• Report includes summary of findings and observations
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Investigative Services and Support by the hour
Provides investigative services and support; performs security and suitability background investigations and re-
investigations, pre -employment screening, and administrative on -site verification and validation of applicant/subject
provided information.
Service Descriptions
Site Visit
IDS will conduct an on -site visit to the applicant/subject's current residence, or location of client's choice. Observations
regarding the exterior condition of the home or alternate structure and surrounding property will be obtained and reported.
Additional information may be obtained per client request.
Personal Testimonies
In -Person interviews of applicant/subject provided or developed references and sources confirming subject provided
information. Interviews are comprehensive; any listed or developed derogatory information/issues are fully resolved and
reported. Pricing applicable for any in -person interview
Subject/Applicant Interview
An in -person interview of the subject of the investigation/applicant which will attempt to resolve any potentially derogatory
information and will elicit any additions, deletions or corrections to forms submitted by the Subject. The interview will utilize
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a standard set of questions. Post -Investigative and/or additional interviews aimed to clarify information developed during the
course of the investigation can be conducted for an additional price.
Employment Verification -Personal
Provider investigative staff will verify employment history by personal and record coverage. Personal interviews involve
conducting an in-depth, personal interview with the Applicant/Subject's co-workers and/or employers. Provider will review
the personnel records of all employments to obtain record information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's dates of
employment, position held, eligibility for rehire and reason for leaving. Personal interviews will also address information
pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's job -related responsibilities, performance, technical qualifications, etc.
Employment Verification- Telephonic
Provider investigative staff will verify employment history either by personal and record or record only coverage. Telephonic
personal interviews involve conducting an in-depth, personal interview with the Applicant/Subject's co-workers and/or
employers. Provider will obtain record information pertaining to the Applicant/Subject's dates of employment, position held,
eligibility for rehire and reason for leaving. Personal interviews will also address information pertaining to the
Applicant/Subject's job -related responsibilities, performance, technical qualifications, etc.
Character Reference- Telephonic
Provider investigative staff will conduct an in-depth telephonic personal interview with listed and/or developed social
references. (*Developed references are those defined as individuals not listed on the case papers, application and/or personal
history statement*) Current spouses and/or former spouses may be included per client request.
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Neighborhood Check- Personal
If the Applicant/Subject rented or leased the residence, record verification will be obtained and provided in the Report. If
personal coverage is desired, investigative staff will conduct in -person, personal interviews with either direct neighbors or
persons in close vicinity of Applicant/Subject's residence.
Record Testimonies
In person review or retrieval of subject/applicant's rental or employment records, to include military record review and civil
court records (per record).
County Criminal History Check
Provider will conduct an in -person search and examination of County and State District criminal courts and records through
the courthouse(s) and/or law enforcement agencies maintaining jurisdiction in the county(ies) of Applicant/Subject's
residence(s) going back seven (7) years. Searches will be conducted using the current name and DOB listed on the application
and/or release of information provided by the client. *Additional pass through fees may apply, and are not included in pricing.
Credit Report
Provider will provide a copy of the Subject/Applicant's credit history (for employment purposes) via our national credit
bureau database.
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Education Record
Provider will verify the Applicant/Subject's highest degree. Contact is made by Provider investigative staff directly to the
Institution's Registrar or Student Record Office. Provider investigative staff will report the name of the institution, dates of
attendance, dates of graduation (if any), degree obtained (if any) and field of study (when applicable).
Bankruptcy Record
Searches of federal bankruptcy filings, including Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcies.
Commercial Pre -Screen Package:
• Credit History
• Local Agency Check(s)
Comprised of County Criminal Checks and Credit History. IDS will conduct an in person search and examination of County and
State District criminal courts and records through the courthouse(s) and/or law enforcement agencies maintaining
jurisdiction in the county(ies) of Applicant/Subject's residence(s) going back five (7) years. Searches will be conducted using
the current name and DOB listed on the application and/or release of information provided by the client. In addition, IDS will
provide a copy of the applicant/subject's credit history (for employment purposes), via Provider's national credit bureau
database. *Additional pass through fees may apply, and are not included in pricing.
High End Case Types
Tier 5
The Tier 5 is conducted for Critical Sensitive, Special Sensitive, and/or requiring eligibility for "Q" access or access to Top Secret
or Sensitive Compartmented Information.
Tier 5R
The Tier SR is a reinvestigation conducted for Critical Sensitive, Special Sensitive, and/or requiring eligibility for "Q" access or
access to Top Secret or Sensitive Compartmented Information.
Tier 4
The Tier 4 is conducted for Non -Sensitive positions designed as High -Risk Public Trust.
Tier 4R
The Tier 4R is a reinvestigation conducted for Non -Sensitive positions designed as High -Risk Public Trust.
Tier 3
The Tier 3 is conducted for Non -Critical Sensitive, Military Accessions, and/or Requiring Eligibility for "L" access to Confidential
or Secret Information.
Tier 3R
The Tier 311 is a reinvestigation conducted for Non -Critical Sensitive, Military Accessions, and/or Requiring Eligibility for "L"
access to Confidential or Secret Information.
Tier 2
The Tier 2S is conducted for Non -Sensitive positions designed as Moderate Risk Public Trust.
Tier 2R
The Tier 2RS is a reinvestigation conducted for Non -Sensitive positions designed as Moderate Risk Public Trust.
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Additional Lead Activity (ADL) - Individual Subject Re -Contact
In Person follow up with the Subject of Investigation
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) - Individual Telephonic Subject Re -Contact
Telephonic follow up with the Subject of Investigation
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) - Individual Subject Interview (ESI/TESI)
An in -person interview of the subject of the investigation/applicant which will attempt to resolve any potentially derogatory
information and will elicit any additions, deletions or corrections to forms submitted by the Subject.
Labor Categories:
Field Investigator
Provides investigative services and support; performs security and suitability background investigations and re-
investigations, and administrative on site verification and validation of applicant/subject provided information.
Resumes may be provided upon request.
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1. See Table of Unit Pricing at the end of this price list.
2. Maximum order for S61611: $ 1 M (Orders may exceed this amount; as a MAS negotiation breakpoint only)
3. Minimum order $100.00
4. Geographic Coverage (delivery area). All geographic areas within CONUS.
S. Points of Production. As negotiated in order.
6. Discount from List Prices or Statement of Net Price. For further possible discounting through the packaging of multiple
items and/or based on volume and frequency of work performed, federal customers should contact the contractor. Any
consideration for additional discounts or concessions above the listed government prices can only be done on a case by case
basis.
7. Quantity Discounts. Volume Discounts offered on S61611 services, as noted within the price schedule.
8. Prompt Payment Terms. As noted within the price schedule. Does not apply to purchases using the government
commercial credit card.
9a. Government Commercial Credit Card. Accepted up to micro purchase threshold.
9b. Government Commercial Credit Card. Accepted over the micro purchase threshold.
10. Foreign Items. Not applicablella. Time of Delivery. 30 Days ARO or as agreed upon with ordering activity.
11b. Expedited Delivery. Items available for expedited delivery are negotiated on a case by case basis.
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12. Customized Services. Contact IDS contract administrator for discussions. Prices may be adjusted through available
schedule labor hours and item prices.
13. Performance Based Statement of Work. Unit pricing will be used as the basis for applying any positive or negative
incentive factors or percentages.
14. Canceled or Discontinued Services. A schedule of delivery points and prices applicable for cancelled/discontinued
investigations will be negotiated with each agency.
15. F.O.B. Point. DESTINATION CONUS
16. Ordering Address. Information Discovery Services
3014 SE Loop 820
Ft. Worth, TX 76140
17. Payment Address: Mail: Information Discovery Services
3014 SE Loop 820
Ft. Worth, TX 76140
18. Electronic Payment: Veritex Community Bank
4300 N Beltline Rd
Irving, TX 75083
Account number available upon request.
19. Warranty Provision. Commercial Warranty. Seller warrants that; 1) the services provided under the terms of the contract
shall be performed with that degree of skill and judgment normally exercised by recognized professional firms performing
services of the same or substantially similar nature. All services will conform to applicable specifications, drawings, and
standards of quality and performance. In the event of any breach of the foregoing warranties, Seller shall, at its own expense,
at election of the client either: (1) re -perform the non -conforming services and/or correct the non -conforming goods to
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conform to this standard; or (2) refund to customer the portion of the amounts received by Seller attributable to the non-
conforming services. All warranties of Seller shall inure to the benefit of both the client and client's customers. The foregoing
warranties shall survive any delivery, inspection, acceptance or payment by the client.
The warranty and remedies set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties and remedies, express or implied,
in law or in fact, including the warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The warranties contained
herein set forth the customer's sole and exclusive remedy in the event of a defect in performance or materials.
20. Export Packing Charges. Not applicable
21. Terms and Conditions for other services (if applicable). If authorized by the ordering agency for the accomplishment of any
work under this contract, other direct costs, travel and related expenses are reimbursable. Such costs are subject to the
following: Costs for transportation and per diem (lodging, meals, and incidental expenses) will be in accordance withthe
regulatory implementation of FAR 31.205-46, Travel Costs (Per Diem), approved cost accounting system policies and
procedures and Public Law 99-234.
22. EXCEPTIONS TO SOLICITATION: Information Discovery Services, LLC does not take any exceptions to any of the terms and
conditions of Solicitation 2FYP-AR-060004-B Refresh 23.
23. INDUSTRIAL FUNDING FEE (IFF): Information Discovery Services, LLC understands the application of the IFF (as outlined
in Clause 552.238-74 Industrial Funding Fee and Sales Reporting (Jul 2003) and understands how it will be included in the
total contract sales.
24. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MOST FAVORED CUSTOMER (MFC): Information Discovery Services, LLC has identified and
agrees that their Most Favored Customer is - "Commercial Customers."
25. ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE(S) APPLICABLE:I
The following Price Adjustment is for services awarded that are subject to area prevailing wage determinations.
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(52.222-43, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts))
X The following Economic Price Adjustment is for products and/or services awarded based on a Commercial Catalog
Price. (GSAR 552.216-70) (SEP 1999) (ALTERNATE I-SEP 1999)
I The following Economic Price Adjustment is for products and/or services awarded NOT based on a Commercial
Catalog Price, but instead based on Market Pricing. (I-FSS-969) (JAN 2002)
26. PRICE REDUCTION CLAUSE: 552.238-75 (MAY 2004)
The Most Favored Customer(s) or class of customer is identified as "Commercial Customers." The Contracting Officer
and the Offeror agree that (1) "Commercial Customers" will be the basis of award, and (2) the Government's price or
discount relationship to the identified customer (or class of customers) shall be maintained throughout the contract
period. Any change in the Contractor's commercial pricing or discount arrangement applicable to the identified
customer (or category of customers) which disturbs this relationship shall constitute a price reduction. Price
Reduction Clause is NOT APPLICABLE when the MFC is Federal Customers.
27. GOVERNMENT CREDIT CARD: As stipulated by Clause 552.232-77 Payment by Government Commercial Purchase Card
(Mar 2000) (Alternate I — Mar 2000), Information Discovery Services, LLC will accept the Government wide Commercial
purchase card for purchases equal to or less than the micro -purchase threshold. Information Discovery Services, LLC X agrees
EH does not agree to accept purchase cards above the micro -purchase threshold as well.
28. INAPPROPRIATE USE: Information Discovery Services, LLC understands that this contract shall only be used for the
products and services awarded in this contract and that inappropriate use of the contract for uses other than as awarded may
subject them to penalties provided by statute and regulation.
29. TRADE AGREEMENTS: Information Discovery Services, LLC agrees to comply with clause 552.225-5 TRADE AGREEMENTS
(JAN 2006)
30. E-VERIFY COMPLIANCE: Information Discovery Services, LLC agrees to comply with clause 52.222-54, Employment
Eligibility Verification (Jan 2009). Federal contractors and subcontractors are required to begin using the U.S. Citizenship and
Immigration Services' E-Verify system to verify their employees' eligibility to legally work in the United States.
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31. DISASTER RECOVERY PURCHASING: Information Discovery Services, LLC X agrees does not agree to voluntarily
participate in the Recovery Purchasing Program as described in GSAR 552.238-80, "Use of Federal Supply Contracts by Certain
Entities -Recovery Purchasing."
32. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Pricing agreements are based on the original proposal information submitted by Information
Discovery Services, LLC dated September 11, 2013, all subsequent documentation in support of the Offer and the Final
Proposal Revision response dated March 21, 2014. Award was determined on information contained thereof. The clauses,
terms and conditions of MAS Human Resources & EEO Services, Solicitation Number 2FYA-AR-060004-B arehereby
incorporated into the above cited Contract Number.
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GSA Price List: Information Discovery Services, Inc.'s Commercial Practice incorporates a 1% EPA to pricing.
Personal Testimony
Record Testimony
Site Visit
Applicant/Subject Interview
Employment Verification - Personal
(Source & Record)
Neighborhood Check -Personal
(Source & Record, when applicable)
Commercial Pre -Screen Package - credit history &
county criminal checks (7 yrs)
County Criminal Check - up to 3
(each Additional $20leach)
Credit Check
Employment Verification - Telephonic
(Source & Record)
Character Reference - Telephonic
Education Record
$ 166.12
$ 167.78
$ 169.46
$ 171.16
$ 172.87
$ 166.12
$ 167.78
$ 169.46
$ 171.16
$ 172.87
$ 170.24
$ 171.94
$ 173.66
$ 175.40
$ 177.15
$ 425.45
$ 429.71
$ 434.01
$ 438.35
$ 442.73
$ 214.37
$ 216.51
$ 218.68
$ 220.87
$ 223.08
$ 186.12
$ 100.60
$ 187.98
$ 101.61
$ 102.63
$ 191.76
$ 103.66
$ 193.68
$ 106.70
$ 37.21
$ 37.58
$ 37.96
$ 38.34
$ 38.72
$ 10.63
$ 10.74
$ 10.85
$ 10.96
$ 11.07
$ 82.97
$ 83.80
$ 84.64
$ 85.49
$ 86.35
$ 61.21
$ 61.82
$ 62.44
$ 63.06
$ 63.69
$11.68
$11.80
$11.92
$12.04
$12.16
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Tier 5 -
Extended (60 days)
$ 4,035.00
$ 4,075.35
$ 4,116.10
$ 4,157.26
$ 4,198.83
Tier 5 -
Standard (35 days)
$ 4,640.25
$ 4,686.65
$ 4,733.52
$ 4,780.86
$ 4,828.67
Tier 5 —
Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,842.00
$ 4,890.42
$ 4,939.32
$ 4,988.71
$ 5,038.60
Tier 5R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 2,596.55
$ 2,622.52
$ 2,648.75
$ 2,675.24
$ 2,701.99
Tier 5R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 2,986.03
$ 3,015.89
$ 3,046.05
$ 3,076.51
$ 3,107.28
Tier 5R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,115.86
$ 3,147.02
$ 3,178.49
$ 3,210.27
$ 3,242.37
Tier 4 —
Extended (60 days)
$ 3,665.68
$ 3,702.34
$ 3,739.36
$ 3,776.75
$ 3,814.52
Tier 4 —
Standard (35 days)
$ 4,215.53
$ 4,257.69
$ 4,300.27
$ 4,343.27
$ 4,386.70
Tier 4 —
Expedited (14 days)
$ 4,398.82
$ 4,442.81
$ 4,487.24
$ 4,532.11
$ 4,577.43
Tier 4R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 2,677.21
$ 2,703.98
$ 2,731.02
$ 2,758.33
$ 2,785.91
Tier 4R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 3,078.79
$ 3,109.58
$ 3,140.68
$ 3,172.09
$ 3,203.81
Tier 4R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 3,212.65
$ 3,244.78
$ 3,277.23
$ 3,310.00
$ 3,343.10
Tier 3 -
Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3 -
Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 3 -
Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 3R
- Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 3R
- Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.86
Tier 3R
- Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
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Tier 2 - Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2 - Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2 - Expedited 14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Tier 2R — Extended (60 days)
$ 1,737.22
$ 1,754.59
$ 1,772.14
$ 1,789.86
$ 1,807.76
Tier 2R — Standard (35 days)
$ 1,996.75
$ 2,016.72
$ 2,036.89
$ 2,057.26
$ 2,077.83
Tier 2R — Expedited (14 days)
$ 2,085.26
$ 2,106.11
$ 2,127.17
$ 2,148.44
$ 2,169.92
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) —Individual Subject
$ 350.00
$ 353.50
$ 357.04
$ 360.61
$ 364.22
Re -Contact
Additional Lead Activity (ADL) — Individual
$ 175.00
$ 176.75
$ 178.52
$ 180.31
$ 182.11
Telephonic Subject Re -Contact
$ 1,250.00
$ 1,262.50
$ 1,275.13
$ 1,287.88
$ 1,300.76
Additional Lead Activity —Individual Subject
Interview/ESI/TESI
Volume/Quantity Discounts:
1% off for single orders $50,000-$99,000
Additional 2% off for single orders $100,000-$499,999
Additional 3% off for single order over $500,000
Prompt Payment — Net 10 Days 1%, Net 20 Days .5%
Net 30 Days Std. Gov't Terms
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Contact Us:
Information Discovery Services (IDS)
Regan Starkey, President
3014 SE Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76140
Phone: 817-551-3898, Ext. 101 Fax: 817-551-3884
www.informationdiscoverv.net
MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE fMASI
CONTRACT GS-02F-094BA
DUNS: 078285654
CAGE CODE: 6PWT5
NAICS: 561611, 541611, 611430, 524298, 922190
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Exhibit C
CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
FORM CIQ
This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by H.B. 23, 84th Leg., Regular Session. OFFICE USE ONLY
This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code, by a vendor who Date Received
has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the
vendor meets requirements under Section 176.006(a).
By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later
than the 7th business day after the date the vendor becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be
filed. See Section 176.006(a-1), Local Government Code.
A vendor commits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code. An
offense under this section is a misdemeanor.
jJ Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity.
Information Discovery Services
J
❑ Check this box if you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire. (The law requires that you file an updated
completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not later than the 7th business day after the date on which
you became aware that the originally filed questionnaire was incomplete or inaccurate.)
J Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed.
N/A
Name of Officer
J Describe each employment or other business relationship with the local government officer, or a family member of the
officer, as described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A). Also describe any family relationship with the local government officer.
Complete subparts A and B for each employment or business relationship described. Attach additional pages to this Form
CIO as necessary.
A. Is the local government officer or a family member of the officer receiving or likely to receive taxable income,
other than investment income, from the vendor?
Yes F-1 No
B. Is the vendor receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment income, from or at the direction
of the local government officer or a family member of the officer AND the taxable income is not received from the
local governmental entity?
71 Yes F1 No
J Describe each employment or business relationship that the vendor named in Section 1 maintains with a corporation or
other business entity with respect to which the local government officer serves as an officer or director, or holds an
ownership interest of one percent or more.
J
❑Check this box if the vendor has given the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
Vaes ri ed in Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding gifts described in Section 176.003(a-1).
J
Signature of ven or doing bu Ameswith the governmental entity Date
Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 1/1/2021
CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
Acomplete copy of Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code maybe found at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/
Docs/LG/htm/LG.176.htm. For easy reference, below are some of the sections cited on this form.
Local Government Code § 176.0010-a): "Business relationship" means a connection between two or more parties
based on commercial activity of one of the parties. The term does not include a connection based on:
(A) a transaction that is subject to rate or fee regulation by a federal, state, or local governmental entity or an
agency of a federal, state, or local governmental entity;
(B) a transaction conducted at a price and subject to terms available to the public; or
(C) a purchase or lease of goods or services from a person that is chartered by a state or federal agency and
that is subject to regular examination by, and reporting to, that agency.
Local Government Code § 176.003(a)(2)(A) and (B):
(a) A local government officer shall file a conflicts disclosure statement with respect to a vendor if:
(2) the vendor:
(A) has an employment or other business relationship with the local government officer or a
family member of the officer that results in the officer or family member receiving taxable
income, other than investment income, that exceeds $2,500 during the 12-month period
preceding the date that the officer becomes aware that
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed;
or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the
vendor;
(B) has given to the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
that have an aggregate value of more than $100 in the 12-month period preceding the date the
officer becomes aware that:
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed; or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the vendor.
Local Government Code § 176.006(a) and (a-1)
(a) Avendor shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire if the vendor has a business relationship
with a local governmental entity and:
(1) has an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer of that local
governmental entity, or a family member of the officer, described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A);
(2) has given a local government officer of that local governmental entity, or a family member of the
officer, one or more gifts with the aggregate value specified by Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding any
gift described by Section 176.003(a-1); or
(3) has a family relationship with a local government officer of that local governmental entity.
(a-1) The completed conflict of interest questionnaire must be filed with the appropriate records administrator
not later than the seventh business day after the later of:
(1) the date that the vendor:
(A) begins discussions or negotiations to enter into a contract with the local governmental
entity; or
(B) submits to the local governmental entity an application, response to a request for proposals
or bids, correspondence, or another writing related to a potential contract with the local
governmental entity; or
(2) the date the vendor becomes aware:
(A) of an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer, or a
family member of the officer, described by Subsection (a);
(B) that the vendor has given one or more gifts described by Subsection (a); or
(C) of a family relationship with a local government officer.
Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 1/1/2021