Mohave County Prisoner Extradition Transport Services Request for Proposal 2027-015-RFP (2026)
Mohave CountyCounty · Kingman, AZ- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Nov 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Barbara Spoonhour
- (928) 753-0752 ext 4231
The 30-second brief
Mohave County Sheriff Department is seeking proposals for Prisoner Extradition Transport Services under solicitation 2027-015-RFP. The scope includes two service groups: Group 1 for ground-based prisoner transportation using secure vehicles, and Group 2 for air prisoner transportation including commercial and/or charter arrangements with associated ground transfers. Services cover signed waivers of extradition, sentenced prisoners, court-ordered transfers, and interstate compact matters for adult and juvenile prisoners. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a pre-proposal web conference scheduled for November 19, 2026. Vendors must meet minimum experience requirements, hold valid FMCSA registration and MC/USDOT numbers for ground transport, or employ commissioned peace officers for air transport.
Qualifications & Experience (35%), Operational Capability and Security Standards (25%), Prisoner Care and Reporting Practices (15%), Pricing (25%)
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Summary
Mohave County Sheriff Department is seeking proposals for Prisoner Extradition Transport Services under solicitation 2027-015-RFP. The scope includes two service groups: Group 1 for ground-based prisoner transportation using secure vehicles, and Group 2 for air prisoner transportation including commercial and/or charter arrangements with associated ground transfers.
Services cover signed waivers of extradition, sentenced prisoners, court-ordered transfers, and interstate compact matters for adult and juvenile prisoners. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a pre-proposal web conference scheduled for November 19, 2026. Vendors must meet minimum experience requirements, hold valid FMCSA registration and MC/USDOT numbers for ground transport, or employ commissioned peace officers for air transport.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Offer and Acceptance Form
- References Form
- Proposal Documents
- Articles of Incorporation
- FMCSA registration and MC/USDOT numbers
- Commissioned peace officer certification
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/mohavecounty
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Kingman, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mohave 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/mohavecounty. For questions, contact Barbara Spoonhour.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mohave County in AZ, 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.
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 Barbara Spoonhour at (928) 753-0752 ext 4231. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualifications & Experience (35%), Operational Capability and Security Standards (25%), Prisoner Care and Reporting Practices (15%), Pricing (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mohave County?
All active and historical solicitations from Mohave County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Mohave 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 1 year. 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: Offer and Acceptance Form, References Form, Proposal Documents, Articles of Incorporation, FMCSA registration and MC/USDOT numbers, Commissioned peace officer certification. Review the full document from Mohave 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: Kingman, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.