The Charlotte County Purchasing Division is seeking an experienced firm to perform preemployment background checks. The prices bid are firm for a one-year period, effective January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with the possibility of two additional one-year extensions. The contractor must submit a minimum of three recent references. A notice to proceed will be issued before work begins. The county reserves the right to accept or reject quotes. The submitted quote form constitutes a binding contract. All background checks must be completed within five calendar days. The anticipated hiring volume for fiscal year **** is 725. The contractor shall not subcontract more than 49% of the contract value. The county is exempt from taxes. The contractor must comply with public records laws. The contractor and subcontractors must maintain insurance. The award will be based on qualifications, experience, years of experience with Florida governmental entities, cost, and references. A health and safety plan must be submitted 10 days before work begins. The contractor must comply with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. The quote must be received by October 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. The results will be available on the website after the intended decision is released.
The bid notice states all background checks must be completed and returned to the charlotte county human resourcedepartment no later than five 5 calendar days from receipt of request.
The bid notice states all invoices will be paid in accordance with the local government prompt payment act ****.
The bid notice states award shall be made to the firm that, in the countys judgment, best meets the criteria specifiedbelow and which, in the countys opinion, best accommodates the countys needs and interests.
The bid notice states criteria maximum points a. qualifications and experiences demonstrating ability 1 40 to meet specifications of the rfq b. years of experience with florida governmental entities 1 20 performing duties c. cost 1 25 d. references 1 15
The bid notice states prior to the submission of a quote form, quoter shall examine the documents, visitthe site of the work, and fully inform themselves as to all existing conditions and limitations that affect the work to be performedunder this contract.
The bid notice states he quoter shall have five 5 business days from the date of this notice to dispute the determination and to provide to the county any additional information it deems relevant regarding the quoters responsibility.
