TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Approve the Client Service Agreement Between Choice Screening, Inc. and the City of North Port, Florida, for Employment Screening for an Estimated Amount of $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2025.
Recommended Action
Approve the Client Service Agreement Between Choice Screening, Inc. and the City of North Port, Florida, for Employment Screening for an estimated amount of $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2025.
Background Information
The City of North Port is seeking approval to enter into a Contract with Choice Screening, Inc. to provide employment screening services for new applicants seeking employment at the City of North Port. Employment screening is a critical component of the hiring process and support the City’s commitment to maintaining a safe, reliable, and qualified workforce.
The company offers comprehensive and timely employment screening services that align with the City’s hiring standards and operational needs. Approval of this Contract will enhance the efficiency and consistency of the City’s recruitment and onboarding efforts.
The Client Service Agreement between Choice Screening, Inc. and the City of North Port, Florida, for Employment Screening has been reviewed by the Interim City Attorney and is legally correct as to form.
Strategic Plan
Good Governance.
Financial Impact
Funding is allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget in the amount $5,000 in account number 001-0900-513-31.05.
Procurement
Per Purchasing procedures for procurements under $100,000, the Human Resources Division of the Department of Human Resources issued informal quotes to obtain coverage for Fiscal Year 2025.
Attachments:
1. Choice Screening Proposal
2. Client Service Agreement
3. County Fees - Choice Screening
4. State Fees - Choice Screening
5. MVR Fees - Choice Screening
6. Florida Division of Corporations Document
Prepared by: Sandy Knowles, Risk and Benefits Manager
Department Director: Juliana B. Bellia, Assistant City Manager