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This Solicitation opportunity from Ohio was posted on August 27, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

DRC260063 - Transportation for the Incarcerated Population - FY26

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SRC0000033538State & Local

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NAICS: 485999
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Inmate Transportation
Solicitation # RFB-33SHF-330
The City of Indianapolis and Marion County Purchasing Division is soliciting bids under RFB-33SHF-330 for comprehensive inmate transportation and extradition services for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The selected contractor must provide a ground transportation system operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring the safe transport of inmates, including those with medical needs or violent tendencies. Key requirements include the use of vehicles configured to separate agents from inmates and equipped with essential safety gear, as well as strict adherence to DOT regulations, the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, and the Interstate Transportation of Dangerous Criminals Act of 2000. The contract features an initial two-year term with the possibility of renewal by mutual agreement. To be eligible, vendors must possess at least three years of experience in inmate transportation, be licensed to operate in all 50 states, and hold a permit from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Personnel must undergo rigorous pre-employment screening, including fingerprint-based criminal background checks and drug testing, and complete at least 100 hours of specialized training before transporting violent inmates. Bids will be evaluated based on the overall lowest responsive and responsible quote, with the City reserving the right to split the award. The final deadline for bid submission is November 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with submissions accepted electronically or via hard copy at the City County Purchasing Division in Indianapolis.
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The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is seeking proposals from qualified companies to provide out-of-state transportation services for incarcerated individuals assigned to correctional facilities across Ohio. The contract, titled "DRC260063 - Transportation for the Incarcerated Population - FY26," is open for bids until September 12, 2025, with the solicitation posted on August 27, 2025. The project aims to secure reliable transportation solutions for inmates requiring transfer outside of Ohio, ensuring safe and efficient movement aligned with the department’s operational needs. The contract value is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and interested vendors are required to submit all necessary documentation, including the items specified in the bid grid, to be considered for award. The solicitation is managed under NAICS code 485999, which covers other transit and ground passenger transportation not classified elsewhere. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction emphasizes compliance with all submission requirements and encourages potential bidders to review the detailed information available through the provided online link. This contract represents a significant opportunity for transportation providers specializing in secure, out-of-state inmate transfers, supporting the department’s mission to maintain safe and effective correctional operations.

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AgencyOhio Department of Rehab & Corrections
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The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is looking for a company to provide out-of-state offender transportation services for incarcerated individuals assigned to correctional institutions throughout the state.Please, use the information attached, as well as the items grid,  and submit all the necessary documentation for your bid to be considered.  

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