Hillsborough county courier services

The State of Florida, Department of Health (Department) is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) to obtain competitive prices for internal courier services in Hillsborough County. The ITB seeks a single provider to perform daily pick-up and delivery services along a dedicated route schedule, including transportation in temperature-controlled vehicles. The contract term is for 3 years with an option to renew for up to 3 additional years. Bids are due by August 9, 2022, as the bid due date was extended in Addendum 1. The Department will award a single contract to the responsive, responsible bidder offering the lowest grand total price for the services requested. The pricing structure is a fixed monthly rate, with separate pricing for the initial 3-year term and the renewal term. Bidders must complete a detailed price page and provide information on their prior experience delivering similar courier services. The scope of work involves transporting items such as mail, small packages, breast pumps, formula, pharmaceuticals, specimens, and blood.

The Department will consider minority, women, and Florida veteran business participation. The current vendor is Associated Couriers LLC, and the current unit rate is $197.10 per day, with an annual total of $53,528.90. The contract includes performance measures and financial consequences for failure to meet delivery requirements. Bidders must comply with background screening, insurance, and other administrative requirements. The Department has not specified a budget range for this procurement.