Ottawa County Non-Emergency Demand-Response Transportation RFP 2026
Ottawa CountyCounty · Port Clinton, OH- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mary Ann Cipiti
- (419) 707-8675
The 30-second brief
Ottawa County Department of Job and Family Services is soliciting competitive bids for the provision of Non-Emergency Demand/Response Transportation services. The agreement will operate from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with an option to renew for an additional year. Services include door-to-door transportation for Medicaid appointments, protective services, and employment programs.
Detailed accurate invoice, Monthly reports regarding fiscal, Programmatic activities, And performance outcomes.
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Summary
Ottawa County Department of Job and Family Services is soliciting competitive bids for the provision of Non-Emergency Demand/Response Transportation services.
The agreement will operate from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with an option to renew for an additional year. Services include door-to-door transportation for Medicaid appointments, protective services, and employment programs.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Detailed accurate invoice
- Monthly reports regarding fiscal
- Programmatic activities
- Performance outcomes
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Cover Sheet
- Checklist for Submitting Bids
- Competitive Bid Affidavit
- Representations
- Assurances
- Certifications
- Evaluation Process and Rating Sheets
- Cost Price Analysis Tool
- Appeals Process for Bidders
- Submit to
- 8043 West State Route 163, Oak Harbor, Ohio 43449
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Ottawa County
- Reported agency
- Ottawa County Department of Job and Family Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ottawa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 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: 8043 West State Route 163, Oak Harbor, Ohio 43449. For questions, contact Mary Ann Cipiti.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ottawa County in OH, 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 Mary Ann Cipiti at (419) 707-8675. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed accurate invoice, Monthly reports regarding fiscal, Programmatic activities, And performance outcomes.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Ottawa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ottawa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ottawa 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.
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: Bid Cover Sheet, Checklist for Submitting Bids, Competitive Bid Affidavit, Representations, Assurances, and Certifications, Evaluation Process and Rating Sheets, Cost Price Analysis Tool, Appeals Proc. Review the full document from Ottawa 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: Ottawa County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.