Migrant Transportation Program

The Florida Division of Emergency Management is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to establish contract(s) to manage and implement a program to relocate individuals who have documentation from the United States Government indicating they were processed and released into the United States without being admitted, referred to as "Inspected Unauthorized Aliens." The selected contractor(s) will be required to provide ground and air transportation, language interpretation, document handling, security, and other related services to assist in the voluntary relocation of these individuals from Florida or another state to another location within the United States. The initial contract term will begin upon execution and continue until June 30, 2025, with possible renewal options. The RFP specifies a $10 million budget appropriation for the program in fiscal year 2022-2023 and provides details on the scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. Proposals are due by April 14, 2023, with an anticipated announcement of the selected contractor(s) by April 24, 2023.

The RFP allows for subcontracting and requires proof of insurance and worker's compensation coverage, as well as compliance with Florida laws, regulations, and public records requirements. The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFP does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and it does not provide information on any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.