Anne Arundel County Court Lockup Guard Services IFB26000314 - 2026
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Apr 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew McCauley
- (410) 222-4567
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000314 to provide the Department of Detention Facilities with uniformed, trained, unarmed guards for prisoner transportation. Services are required at the Annapolis and Glen Burnie District Courts for transporting prisoners between court lockups and courtrooms. The contract is intended for a ten-year term starting around June 1, 2026. Bidders must provide pricing for unarmed guard regular and overtime rates, as well as sergeant regular rates. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids are due by April 28, 2026, at 1:30 PM EDT via the County's P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. Requirements include specific insurance limits ($1M CGL), worker's compensation, and registration with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT).
Uniformed guards, Training, Prisoner transportation services, Delivery tickets, Certificates of insurance, Signed affidavits
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all line items
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County is soliciting bids under IFB26000314 to provide the Department of Detention Facilities with uniformed, trained, unarmed guards for prisoner transportation.
Services are required at the Annapolis and Glen Burnie District Courts for transporting prisoners between court lockups and courtrooms. The contract is intended for a ten-year term starting around June 1, 2026. Bidders must provide pricing for unarmed guard regular and overtime rates, as well as sergeant regular rates. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids are due by April 28, 2026, at 1:30 PM EDT via the County's P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. Requirements include specific insurance limits ($1M CGL), worker's compensation, and registration with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all line items
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Uniformed guards
- Training
- Prisoner transportation services
- Delivery tickets
- Certificates of insurance
- Signed affidavits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Affidavit
- Vendor Information Form
- Appendix A (Statement of Work)
- Appendix B (Employee Information)
- Appendix C (Training Outline)
- Appendix D (District Court Training)
- Appendix E (Performance Criteria)
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- https://www.aacounty.org/central-services/purchasing/doing-business-county/vendor-registration
- Scope location
- Annapolis, MD; Glen Burnie, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.aacounty.org/central-services/purchasing/doing-business-county/vendor-registration. For questions, contact Andrew McCauley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Andrew McCauley at (410) 222-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Unarmed Guard (Regular Rate), Unarmed Guard (Overtime Rate), Sergeant (Regular Rate). Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Uniformed guards, Training, Prisoner transportation services, Delivery tickets, Certificates of insurance, Signed affidavits. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder by Grand Total for all line items" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Affidavit, Vendor Information Form, Appendix A (Statement of Work), Appendix B (Employee Information), Appendix C (Training Outline), Appendix D (District Court Training), Appendix E (Performance Crit. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Anne Arundel County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Annapolis, MD; Glen Burnie, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.