This Solicitation opportunity from Illinois was posted on August 17, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.
B26OP04172 Request for Proposals (RFP) for Armored car service with armed guards to pick up, transport, count and deposit paper and coin currency for a period of up to three (3) years with two (2) one-year options.
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Solicitation B26OP04172 is a request for proposals issued by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), acting as the lead agency for a joint procurement including Pace Suburban Bus and Metra. The objective is to secure a qualified armored car service provider to pick up, transport, count, and deposit paper and coin currency. The contract is structured as a firm fixed unit price agreement for an initial term of three years, with two optional one-year extensions. The selected contractor will be responsible for the secure transport of revenue collection equipment from designated locations to a secure counting facility, processing the funds in accordance with Federal Reserve System standards, and depositing the revenue into designated bank accounts. The procurement process requires electronic submissions via the Bonfire portal by September 17, 2026. Proposals are evaluated based on the firm's understanding of the scope of work and the experience of its key personnel. The agencies intend to award three separate contracts, one for each entity. Key requirements include strict adherence to currency shipment sealing and verification protocols, the maintenance of a quality management system, and compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements. Contractors must also provide comprehensive insurance coverage and performance-payment bonds, while adhering to federal and state regulations, including the Illinois Human Rights Act and various civil rights mandates.
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IL, USASet-Aside
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