Jackson County Request for Proposals for Inmate Medical Health Services - JC-948-110926
Jackson CountyCounty · Jackson, MI- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
Jackson County is requesting proposals from qualified and experienced companies to provide comprehensive inmate medical health services, mental health care, and nursing services at the Jackson County Jails located at 212 W. Wesley Street and 1995 Chanter Road in Jackson, Michigan. The scope includes physician services, pharmaceuticals, in-jail medical clinic operations, medical records management, medical waste disposal, dental evaluations, and optional 24-hour nursing coverage. The average daily population is approximately 278 inmates. The resulting contract will be for a term of five years with statewide cooperative CoPro+ piggyback provisions. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. A mandatory or pre-bid meeting and walk-through is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST at the Chanter Road Jail. Questions are due by November 18, 2026.
Experience/Reputation 40%, Cost 30%, Responsiveness to RFP 10%, Operation 10%, Operating Plan 10%
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Summary
Jackson County is requesting proposals from qualified and experienced companies to provide comprehensive inmate medical health services, mental health care, and nursing services at the Jackson County Jails located at 212 W. Wesley Street and 1995 Chanter Road in Jackson, Michigan.
The scope includes physician services, pharmaceuticals, in-jail medical clinic operations, medical records management, medical waste disposal, dental evaluations, and optional 24-hour nursing coverage. The average daily population is approximately 278 inmates. The resulting contract will be for a term of five years with statewide cooperative CoPro+ piggyback provisions. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. A mandatory or pre-bid meeting and walk-through is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST at the Chanter Road Jail. Questions are due by November 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience/Reputation 40%
- Cost 30%
- Responsiveness to RFP 10%
- Operation 10%
- Operating Plan 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- Letter of Transmittal
- Vendor's Experience and references
- Certificates of Insurance
- Indemnification acknowledgement
- Litigation History
- Billing Procedures
- Company Profile
- Program Costs and Pricing Sheet (Attachment C)
- Vendor Questionnaire (Attachment A)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Jackson, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jackson County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jackson County in MI, 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 RFP 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.
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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: "Experience/Reputation 40%, Cost 30%, Responsiveness to RFP 10%, Operation 10%, Operating Plan 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jackson County?
All active and historical solicitations from Jackson County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Jackson 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, Letter of Transmittal, Vendor's Experience and references, Certificates of Insurance, Indemnification acknowledgement, Litigation History, Billing Procedures, Company. Review the full document from Jackson 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: Jackson, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
