ADOC - Hospital Guard Service, Agency Contract

Alabama Department of Corrections is requesting bids on hospital guard services for incarcerated inmates under an ITB with bids due August 4, 2026, and mandatory attendance at a pre-bid conference on July 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM CST at the RSA Union Building Procurement Auditorium, 100 North Union Street, Suite 192, Montgomery. Failure to attend or sign in results in automatic bid rejection. The current contract expires August 20, 2026; the new contract takes effect August 21, 2026.

The scope covers hospital guard services at designated ADOC facilities, including security and supervision of incarcerated inmates requiring hospitalization. Specifications address staffing levels, qualifications, training certifications, equipment provisions, shift coverage, emergency response protocols, and coordination with ADOC medical and security personnel.

Award will be made to up to three lowest responsible bidders per line item that meet all specifications. The contract is a 12-month initial term with options to extend for up to four additional 12-month periods, contingent on written approval from both parties at least 30 days prior to expiration of each period. The exact quantity of purchases is not guaranteed; ADOC will place orders as needed.

Bidders must provide proof of minimum liability insurance coverage of $2,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 aggregate and workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Alabama law; insurance certificates must name the State of Alabama as certificate holder and be submitted with the bid or the bid will be rejected. Price escalation is permitted only for documented increases in materials (with manufacturer documentation) or labor (with supplier documentation) that do not exceed corresponding Consumer Price Index increases and must receive written approval from both parties. Bid submissions must be completed through the Alabamabuys supplier portal. Suppliers must provide any additional requested information within five business days of receipt. The State reserves the right to cancel contracts with 72 hours' written notice or immediately under circumstances involving threats to public health, welfare, or safety.