Description
The City of Columbus (Franklin County Municipal Court) is seeking a vendor to provide background‑check services for applicants processed by the Clerk’s Office. The contract is for a one‑year period, payable only when a check is completed, with an overall ceiling of $10,000 unless additional funds are approved. The vendor must be a direct provider, use a secure portal for transmitting sensitive personal data, and comply with all Ohio privacy statutes. Bids are to be submitted electronically, and the award will be based primarily on the price of a single background‑check package plus any pass‑through fees.
• Perform comprehensive background searches (felony, criminal, civil, driving, sex‑offender, identity verification) across federal, state, county, and local databases.
• Deliver results within 1‑2 business days per check, with longer turnaround for out‑of‑state records.
• Maintain confidentiality, use a secure portal, and adhere to Ohio data‑protection laws.
• Provide a cost package for one background check and disclose any additional pass‑through costs.
• No third‑party resellers; the vendor must conduct the checks directly.