JJS Delinquency Transportation Services Statewide

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 250000002932 for Statewide Juvenile Justice Transportation Services, seeking a contractor to provide safe transportation for juvenile justice youth between secure facilities throughout Michigan. The procurement aims to transport approximately 270 youth annually, with services including escorting individuals between secure detention facilities and residential treatment centers. The RFP employs a comprehensive point-based evaluation system with a maximum of 125 points, requiring a minimum of 100 points for contract consideration. Evaluation categories include bidder experience (10 points), education and credentials (20 points), staffing and training (35 points), program implementation (35 points), and vendor questionnaire (25 points). The contract will span from November 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028, with potential for two one-year renewals. Bidders must demonstrate capabilities in comprehensive background checks, employee training, youth safety protocols, de-escalation techniques, and meal provisions during transportation. The proposal submission deadline is September 11, 2025, with an anticipated contract start date of November 1, 2025.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide detailed unit rates and pricing schedules, with an annual award amount of $166,660.00 per year. The pricing structure allows for unit rates and actual cost reimbursements, including mileage calculations from the contractor's location to youth pick-up and drop-off sites, and meal reimbursements for transportation assignments lasting four or more consecutive hours. Pricing proposals must include all direct and indirect costs, including mandatory insurance expenses, and cannot exceed the maximum annual award amount. Bidders are required to submit pricing in a modifiable format and certify that proposed rates were determined independently. The contract emphasizes strict requirements for employee qualifications, including comprehensive background checks and specialized training in juvenile transportation services. Contractors will be responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism, and youth care throughout the transportation process.