Prisoner Extradition Transport Services

The County of Mohave, on behalf of the Sheriff Department, is seeking proposals from qualified respondents for Prisoner Extradition Transport Services. [...] The scope of services is organized into two distinct service groups. Contractors may submit proposals for one or both groups.

The scope of services is organized into two distinct service groups. Contractors may submit proposals for one or both groups.

Group 1 – Ground Prisoner Transportation Services

Ground-based transport of prisoners using secure vehicles suitable for the safe conveyance of individuals in custody.

Group 2 – Air Prisoner Transportation Services

Air-based transport of prisoners, including commercial and/or charter arrangements, along with associated ground transfers to and from airports.

Services under both groups shall include, but are not limited to, pickups and deliveries associated with the following:

1. Signed waivers of extradition
2. Sentenced prisoners
3. Writs and court-ordered transfers
4. Interstate Agreement on Detainers matters
5. Governor's warrants
6. Interstate compact matters involving adult and juvenile prisoners

Minimum Requirements

• For Ground and / or Air Transportation: Contractor must have a minimum of three (3) consecutive years of experience, including the current year, in providing Prisoner Transportation & Extradition Services.
• Specific for Ground Transportation: Contractor must be currently registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have a valid MC number and have a United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) number which authorized the operating of commercial vehicles transporting passengers in interstate commerce.
• Specific for Air Transportation: Contractor must employ or subcontract with a minimum of two (2) commissioned peace officers (of any U.S. State).

Competitive sealed submittals for the material or service specified in this solicitation must be submitted through the County’s online bidding system. No late submittals will be accepted. Reponses submitted by mail, facsimile, or email will not be considered.

In order to be considered, Offers must be fully submitted successfully no later than the Proposal Due Date and Time, electronically through the County's online bidding system at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/mohavecounty.

The County requires an offer in response to this solicitation to be valid and irrevocable for ninety (90) days after the Proposal Due Date and Time.

Attendance at the Pre-Proposal Meeting is not mandatory, but written minutes and/or notes regarding the meeting will NOT be provided, so attendance is encouraged.

Offeror must register as a vendor with the County in order to be eligible for award of a Contract.

The apparent successful offeror shall sign and file with the County, within ten (10) days after Notice of Award, all documents necessary to the successful execution of the Contract, such as insurance or performance and payment bonds, if required.