Stenographic Court Reporting Services

The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Florida is seeking sealed proposals for stenographic court reporting services across Pasco and Pinellas Counties. This Request for Proposals (RFP) specifically targets court reporting firms capable of providing services for complex legal proceedings, including first-degree and second-degree felony trials, first-degree murder proceedings, Jimmy Ryce trials, and Termination of Parental Rights hearings. Proposers must demonstrate at least three years of experience in stenographic court reporting and employ court reporters with current certifications who can pass criminal background checks. The evaluation of proposals will utilize a 100-point scoring system, with 40 points allocated to service provision capabilities, and 10 points each for proposal compliance, grievance planning, quality assurance, required statements, references, and fee structure. Proposals are due by October 22, 2025, for a contract covering the 2025 calendar year, with potential renewal options for up to 36 months based on satisfactory performance evaluations. Trials are anticipated to occur weekly in locations including Dade City, New Port Richey, and the Pinellas County Justice Center, with potential proceedings extending beyond standard business hours, including weekends and court holidays.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are directly identified in the provided documentation. The contract has an estimated value of approximately $75,000 for Pasco County and $150,000 for Pinellas County, based on previous year usage projections. No travel expenses will be reimbursed to selected vendors, and the contract will be awarded to the highest-ranked proposer meeting all RFP requirements. The procurement appears to be open to qualified court reporting firms that can demonstrate comprehensive capability to provide accurate, professional stenographic services across multiple complex judicial proceedings. Proposers will need to showcase their technical expertise, reliability, and ability to consistently meet the demanding requirements of circuit court reporting in the specified Florida jurisdictions.