RFP 260010 - JCCI Transportation Services

Jackson County Board of Commissioners is requesting proposals for daily transportation services for participants in the Jackson County Corrections Work Release Program, with proposals due October 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time and questions due October 16 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope covers round-trip transportation between the Jackson County Corrections facility and participant workplaces, plus transportation to medical visits, counseling, and court appearances, primarily within Jackson County. Current estimated service volume is approximately 60 participants daily, with anticipated expansion to 100 or more participants beginning in 2027. The vendor will accept direct payments from participants using reloadable debit cards and invoice Jackson County Corrections directly for services provided to participants without available funds.

Drivers must comply with Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requirements, pass criminal background checks approved by the Warden, maintain appropriate driver's licenses, and possess a valid Commercial Driver's License with DOT medical certification if operating vehicles designed to transport more than 15 passengers. The vendor must maintain a minimum of one million dollars liability insurance coverage with Jackson County Board of Commissioners named as an additional insured, and provide proof of coverage before contract activation. All proposals must include a vendor master form, W-9, professional references, proof of E-Verify registration compliance under the Georgia Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act of 2011, and an Addenda Acknowledgement form.

The contract is one year renewable. Bids are evaluated on a 100-point scale: pricing clarity and competitiveness (15 points), capacity to meet current and future demands (30 points), compliance with insurance and licensing standards (10 points), operational reliability and experience (10 points), ability to manage dual payment structures (25 points), and compliance and safety assurances (10 points). Proposals must include detailed pricing structures supporting cost forecasting at varied participation levels. Award decisions will be made by the Jackson County Board of Commissioners following evaluation and preliminary contract negotiations with the selected vendor.