12-Addendum 1.pdf

This addendum document relates to Request for Quote No. 25-2-16200 issued by the Agency for Community Transit, Inc. (ACT), an Illinois-based organization seeking comprehensive employment-screening and background-check services. ACT solicits proposals for two primary background screening packages: an Employee Standard Background Check Package with an estimated 109 annual units and a Vanpool Standard Background Check Package with an estimated 20 annual units. The requested screening services must include SSN trace and validation, seven-year motor vehicle record history, employment verification, criminal record searches, national and statewide registry screenings, and global watchlist screenings. Selected contractors must deliver official reports from validating agencies and secure electronic PDF reports, with standard packages completed within two to five business days. The bid response deadline is December 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with a written questions deadline of December 22, 2025. The anticipated contract award date is January 19, 2025. The initial contract term runs from execution through December 31, 2028, with automatic renewal options and potential extension to December 31, 2030.

The contract will be awarded using lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) methodology with pass/fail technical evaluations. ACT establishes a 0% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal, though the solicitation encourages DBE certification through the Illinois Unified Certification Program. Contractors must verify debarment status through SAM.gov for contracts valued at $25,000 or more. The selected contractor must integrate with ACT's preferred Applicant Tracking System (UKG Ready) and provide a secure online portal with 24/7 HR access to reports and status tracking. Contractors are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 per occurrence general liability, workers' compensation, and $500,000 in cyber liability insurance. While specific contract value ranges are not explicitly detailed, the Bid Price Form allows for pricing of standard packages, add-on services, and implementation costs, providing flexibility in total contract value.