New Brunswick Opportunities Network #P26-45

City of Fredericton Corporate Hearing Testing Services Solicitation

The City of Fredericton is seeking qualified suppliers to provide comprehensive corporate hearing testing services to support its Hearing Conservation Program and workplace health and safety obligations. - Government Buyer: - City of Fredericton, Local Government, Office of the City Clerk - Scope of Services: - Baseline audiometric hearing tests for new and existing employees (approx. 600 total: 300 initial, 300 ongoing) - Annual and biennial hearing tests (300 each) - Follow-up/retest hearing tests (300) - Hearing protection training provided at the time of testing - Missed appointment fee (15 occurrences estimated) - Service Requirements: - All testing must be conducted within Fredericton city limits by certified personnel - Services must comply with local health and safety regulations and information privacy standards (RTIPPA compliance) - Strict confidentiality, data protection, and insurance requirements - All onsite personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or any other mandated government vaccine - Contract Details: - Five-year base period with an option for one additional year (or up to five years in some documents) - Firm, fixed pricing for the first two years; limited annual adjustments allowed thereafter based on CPI - All costs, including training and travel, must be included in pricing - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are named; open to qualified suppliers - Notable Requirements: - Supplier must provide reliable, confidential, and compliant hearing testing services - Hearing protection training is mandatory at the time of testing - Services are provided on an as-needed basis, with estimated quantities for planning

Description

The Local Government of the City of Fredericton is inviting proposals from qualified suppliers to provide corporate hearing testing services. These services will support the Local Government's Hearing Conservation Program and its ongoing obligations related to workplace health and safety. The contract aims to establish a contractual arrangement for the delivery of audiometric testing services, including baseline and periodic hearing tests, as required by the Local Government. Services will be provided on an as-needed basis and administered through a controlled authorization, record-keeping, and invoicing process. Proponents should demonstrate their ability to deliver reliable, confidential, and compliant hearing testing services in accordance with the requirements set out in the solicitation document.

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