Secure Transportation for Individuals Served by SD Child Protect Serv
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 26RFP19881
- State
- South Dakota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
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About this opportunity
The South Dakota Department of Social Services, Division of Child Protection Services, is requesting proposals for secure transportation services for children in the state's child protection system, with proposals due August 19, 2026 and a Letter of Intent due July 28, 2026. The RFP does not identify a set-aside or preference program.
The scope covers transportation to and from treatment facilities, group homes, foster homes, CPS offices, and other approved destinations, including in-state and out-of-state travel with appropriate safety measures, supervision, and support. The state anticipates utilizing these services at an average frequency of approximately two out-of-state trips per month and three in-state trips per month. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with South Dakota law, maintain comprehensive insurance coverage (commercial general liability, professional liability, business automobile liability, and workers' compensation) with limits of not less than $1 million each, conduct criminal background checks and driving record reviews, ensure mandatory reporting compliance, and implement driver training programs including first aid and trauma-informed care. Vehicles must be no more than six years old or have fewer than 100,000 miles.
The contract will be issued for one year ending May 31, 2027, with an option for renewal for up to three additional one-year contracts at the State's discretion based on performance and continued funding availability. No contract value or pricing terms are specified; vendors must submit itemized cost proposals detailing personnel costs, operating costs, equipment costs, and other expenses. No incumbent is identified.
Questions are due August 4, 2026, with responses provided by August 11, 2026. The anticipated award decision and contract negotiation date is September 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted as PDFs via Secured File Transfer Protocol (SFTP). Inquiries should be emailed to Kirsten Blachford at Kirsten.Blachford@state.sd.us with subject line "RFP19881."
Opportunity text
Secure transportation services for children involved with the South Dakota Department of Social Services, Division of Child Protection Services. These services prioritize the safety and well-being of each child during transport to and from treatment facilities, group homes, foster homes, CPS offices, and other approved destinations. Transportation may include both in state and out-of-state travel, ensuring that every trip is conducted with appropriate safety measures, supervision, and support.
Offerors may email inquiries concerning this RFP to obtain clarification of requirements. No inquiries will be accepted after the date and time indicated in the Schedule of Activities. Inquiries must be emailed to Kirsten Blachford at Kirsten.Blachford@state.sd.us with the subject line "RFP19881".
The State will respond to offeror's inquiries (if required) via e-mail. In addition, all inquiries and the State's responses will be posted on the state's e-procurement system and the DSS website at http://dss.sd.gov/keyresources/rfp.aspx. Offerors may not rely on any other statements, either of a written or oral nature, that alter any specification or other term or condition of this RFP. Offerors will be notified in the same manner as indicated above regarding any modifications to this RFP.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Response to Offeror Questions document.pdf | ||
| RFP Document.pdf |
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