Armored Car Services

The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is seeking competitive sealed bids for armored car services to collect, transport, and deposit currency and checks on the same day across designated locations within Hillsborough County, Florida. The contract, issued under solicitation number ITB-26-00345, has an estimated value of $563,190 and will span a three-year term, beginning on a date determined by the County via a Blanket Purchase Agreement or Notice to Proceed and ending on the last business day of the final month. The services must adhere strictly to the schedule outlined in Attachment A, which details pick-up times, locations, and deposit requirements. All shipments must be delivered to the designated depository by 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on the same day of collection, with no overnight holds permitted unless authorized in writing. Contractors must provide tamper-proof, depository-approved deposit bags at no additional cost to the County and utilize armored vehicles compliant with industry standards. Personnel must be fully licensed, certified, and bonded, and the contractor must maintain all required local, state, and federal permits. The Contractor assumes full responsibility for any loss, damage, or destruction of property from the moment of receipt until delivery, and payment will be withheld for unperformed or improperly performed work. All bids must be submitted electronically through the County's Euna Procurement system by the deadline of August 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time; submissions via email, fax, or other methods are invalid. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who submits complete offers on all line items, with preference given to those who provide certification of a drug-free workplace program. Contractors must comply with Florida Statutes by using the DHS E-Verify system for all newly hired employees and obtaining affidavits from subcontractors confirming compliance with employment eligibility laws. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity is strictly prohibited, and the contractor must adhere to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Florida Human Rights Act. The contractor is required to comply with ADA Title II, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and WCAG 2.1 Level AA for any information and communication technology provided under the contract. Insurance coverage is mandatory, with specific requirements detailed in a separate attachment, while bonding is not required. The County prohibits contractors from using any statements by County employees for marketing purposes