El Paso County Ionwave #26-010 Addendum 1

El Paso County, Texas Solicits Alcohol Monitoring Services (Breathalyzers & Ignition Interlock Devices)

El Paso County, Texas is seeking proposals for comprehensive Alcohol Monitoring Services to support its courts and justice system: - Government Buyer: - El Paso County, Texas, Purchasing Department - Key contacts: Karen L. Davidson (Purchasing Agent), Claudia Parra (Buyer II) - Scope of Services: - Provision, installation, monthly monitoring, removal, and replacement of: - Portable Breathalyzer Devices (with built-in camera or biometric verification) - Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs), including models compatible with hybrid and electric vehicles - Bilingual customer support and participant training - Robust reporting platform with daily summary reports and critical alerts (e.g., positive BrAC results, missed tests, tampering, lockouts, missed appointments) - Tiered pricing structure based on Federal Poverty Guidelines, with fee waivers for indigent participants - All fees must be disclosed up front; no supplemental/add-on fees unless expressly authorized - Subcontracting permitted if fully disclosed and approved - Contract Structure & Volume: - Single award for both device types - Estimated participant volume: over 800 individuals (actual volumes may vary) - Contract term: 1 year with up to 4 one-year renewal options (max 5 years) - Notable Requirements: - Devices must include built-in camera or biometric verification - IIDs must be compatible with hybrid/electric vehicles - Compliance with performance and payment bonds, insurance, and conflict of interest disclosures - No specific OEMs or device brands are mandated; vendors must propose compliant solutions - Place of Performance & Delivery: - El Paso County, Texas; primary address: 800 E. Overland Ave., Suite 300, El Paso, TX 79901 - No OEMs or device brands are specified; vendors are expected to propose compliant devices and services.

Description

El Paso County, Texas is soliciting proposals for alcohol monitoring services, including portable breathalyzer and ignition interlock devices. The contract will cover installation, monthly monitoring, removal, and device replacement fees. Vendors must provide a service delivery plan, reporting capabilities, and pricing structures accommodating various income tiers. Proposals are due by April 16, 2026, and will be evaluated based on experience, service capacity, technology, pricing, references, and health insurance benefits.

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