San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Planet bids #G3200.0-26

San Diego MTS Solicits Background Investigation Services (Up to 10 Years)

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is seeking proposals for comprehensive Background Investigation Services to support its hiring and contractor screening processes. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), Procurement Specialist Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or named vendors are identified; the solicitation is open to qualified background investigation service providers. - Products/Services Requested: - Bundled Basic Background/Reference Packages (estimated 450 per 5-year period, base and option years) - As-needed hourly services for: - Professional Reference Checks (50 hours per 5-year period) - Education/Professional License Verification (10 hours) - Workers Compensation Claim History (15 hours) - Consumer Credit Report Gathering (25 hours) - Consultation and Guidance (10 hours) - Civil Records Search (10 hours) - Comprehensive background investigations including criminal history, employment and education verification, professional license checks, social security number verification, registered sex offender search, and related services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Secure online platform for submitting requests and accessing reports - Compliance with all applicable federal and state laws - Fixed, all-inclusive pricing for the contract duration - Encouragement of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and small business participation - Contract award based on qualifications, staffing, work plan, and cost - Estimated 400-500 screenings annually - Optional value-added services may be proposed - Period of Performance: - Five-year base contract with an option for an additional five years (total up to 10 years)

Description

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is soliciting proposals for Background Investigation Services. The contract term includes five (5) base years with an option for five (5) additional years, totaling ten (10) years. Proposals must be submitted electronically via PlanetBids, and registration as an MTS vendor on PlanetBids is required. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. The solicitation includes a cost pricing form and required forms to be submitted with the proposal.

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