JFRD DHS OIG leie checks

Jacksonville Fire & Rescue Department (JFRD) is soliciting a blanket purchase order for background check services in Fiscal Year 2027 under ITQ, with quotes due October 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The solicitation comprises two lines of service: Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) driver history retrieval for 1,850 JFRD personnel annually, and DHS OIG LEIE (List of Excluded Individuals/Entities) watch list screening for 1,850 individuals per month for 12 months. State fees for MVR retrieval are $8.10 (Florida) and $6.00 (Georgia) plus a bidder service fee; LEIE screening covers exclusion verification for federally funded healthcare program participation.

Award is made on an "all or none" basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on price only. All unit pricing must include freight, delivery, and handling to 2700 Firefighter Memorial Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32246. Suppliers must respond with full quantity on each line and may revise submissions until bid closing. The City of Jacksonville is exempt from Florida sales tax and federal excise tax. Payment terms are 45 days after the due-diligence date under Florida Statute 218.73 for non-construction services.

Bidders must be legally authorized to conduct business in Duval County, provide proof of applicable local business licenses, comply with E-Verify employment verification requirements, and maintain comprehensive insurance including workers compensation, general liability, automobile liability, and cyber liability. Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business (JSEB) participation is encouraged but not mandatory. The contract term is one-time purchase, commencing upon execution and continuing until completion and acceptance of the scope of work. Conflict of interest certifications, nondiscrimination provisions, and compliance with the City's procurement code and ethics ordinances are required.