Background Check Government Bids & RFPs

The proposal due date is April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. The bid notice states, proposal due date: ****.

The bid notice states that payment terms are net 30 days after receipt of correct invoice or acceptance of goods. It also mentions that payment by some agencies may be made by procurement card.

The vendor warrants to the owner that all equipment furnished under these specifications will be new, of good material and workmanship, and agrees to replace promptly any part or parts which by reason of defective material or workmanship shall fail under normal use, free of negligence or accident, for a minimum period of 12 months from date put in operation.

The bid notice indicates that the award may be determined by best value analysis, not necessarily the lowest price received. It also states, Award may be determined by best value analysis not necessarily the lowest price received.

Vendors must be qualified to provide comprehensive, job-embedded instructional coaching services. The bid notice also requires vendors to comply with North Carolina laws regarding licensing and to certify that they are not debarred, suspended, or proposed for debarment by any federal or state department or agency.

The bid notice mentions that false certification is a Class I felony. It also states that in case of default by the contractor, Guilford County Schools may procure articles or services from other sources and hold the contractor responsible for any excess costs.

The bid notice states, Sample of items, when required, must be furnished as stipulated herein, free of expense, and if not destroyed will, upon request be returned at the bidders expense. However, it does not explicitly state if samples are required for this specific RFP.

The bid notice outlines protest procedures, stating that a written request to protest a contract awarded pursuant to this solicitation, if over $10,000, must be received in the purchasing department within 5 consecutive business days of the email notification to the offeror of GCS's intent to maintain the original award.

The work is desired to be completed by July 31, 2026. The respondent shall quote a delivery date at the time of submission and notify Kent County Purchasing in writing within 10 business days of purchase order receipt if the confirmed delivery date is later than the quoted delivery date. The county reserves the right to either accept the confirmed delivery or cancel the purchase order. The respondent may incur liquidated damages if delivery is more than 15 business days from the confirmed delivery date.

All goods shall consist of the original manufacturer warranty in addition to any other warranties specified in this solicitation. The respondent shall execute all documents necessary to transfer applicable express warranties to Kent County. The respondent shall not disclaim any warranty recognized by Michigan law including the warranty of merchantability or the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose.

The respondent must provide 3 references of current/past customers who can verify the quality of products and/or services of similar size and scope. Contract employees requiring access to county facilities must undergo a criminal background check before starting work. The respondent should expect that it will take up to three weeks to conduct a criminal background check. A list of employees for background checks must be available no later than a day after the respondent is awarded the contract.

The respondent may incur liquidated damages if delivery is more than 15 business days from the confirmed delivery date.

A mandatory pre-submission onsite conference is scheduled for this solicitation. Attendees should arrive a minimum of 5 minutes before the conference scheduled date and time to sign in. Attendees will not be allowed to sign in after the conference has commenced and are disqualified from participating in this solicitation. The conference provides an equal opportunity to seek clarifications and inspect the location if applicable.

The bid notice states that an amendment has been issued to extend the due date by 2 weeks, to 21 April 2026, 10:00 AM CEST.

The bid notice mentions that an amendment has been issued to update the evaluation criteria.

The bid notice states that the Catholic Worship Director/Musician shall have a minimum of one year of experience within the last five years in leading music in a Roman Catholic worship setting and be proficient in both piano and organ accompaniment.

The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.

The bid notice states that the contractor shall complete delivery of all materials no later than 130 calendar days from the date of award. The contractor shall complete installation no later than 30 calendar days from the date of final material delivery. The contractor shall complete delivery of all materials no later than 130 calendar days from the date of award. The contractor shall complete installation no later than 30 calendar from date of final material delivery.

The bid notice states that this acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns.

The bid notice states that the contractor shall perform a pre-inspection of the site to ensure there are no issues with the location and the plans. The contractor shall perform a pre-inspection of the site to ensure there are no issues with the location and the plans.

The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the services. However, deliverables have specific submission deadlines, such as monthly calendars by the final business day of the preceding month and facility reservation forms 45 days prior to the event.

The bid notice states that experience in military Protestant religious support programs is preferred but not required. Contractor personnel shall possess the ability to present information orally and in written format, speak English clearly with excellent comprehension, be computer competent in Windows-based operating systems and proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). They must also have the disposition for working in a pluralistic environment and communicate with etiquette.

The bid notice mentions that failure to complete criminal history background checks shall result in termination of the contract.