2023-02-32 ARMED COURIER SERVICES - Franklin County

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide armed courier services for multiple county agencies. The primary responsibility is to collect daily cash and check assets from agencies such as the Clerk of Courts, Child Support Enforcement, Treasurer’s Office, and Auto Title Offices, and ensure their next business day delivery to the county’s banking institutions. This service is crucial to prevent large sums of money from remaining unsecured overnight in county offices. The contract will be managed by the Franklin County Purchasing Department, which operates under the authority of the County Commissioners and provides procurement services to various county entities and local municipalities within Franklin County. Interested vendors are encouraged to monitor the Franklin County Purchasing website for any amendments or clarifications related to the RFP, and all inquiries must be directed in writing to the designated Senior Purchasing Coordinator, Robert Zalimas. The solicitation, titled "2023-02-32 Armed Courier Services - Franklin County," was posted on January 17, 2024, with a response deadline of February 28, 2024. The contract falls under NAICS code 921120, indicating its focus on government administrative services. The procurement process is open and managed through OhioBuys, with detailed information available online. This service aims to enhance the security and efficiency of cash handling for county operations, ensuring timely and secure transportation of funds between county offices and banking institutions.