Sound Transit Biddingo #RP 0078-24

Sound Transit Drug and Alcohol Testing and Collection Services Solicitation

Sound Transit, the regional public transportation agency for King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties in Washington, is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive drug and alcohol testing and collection services for its Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP). - Government Buyer: - Sound Transit, Office of Labor Relations - Contact: Linda Thomas, Deputy Director - Scope of Services: - Onsite and offsite specimen collection for both DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing - Scheduled and unscheduled (emergency/after-hours) collections across multiple work sites and shifts - Estimated annual volumes: - 6,500 scheduled non-DOT onsite drug tests - 6,500 scheduled non-DOT onsite breath alcohol tests - 30 scheduled DOT onsite drug tests - 10 scheduled DOT onsite breath alcohol tests - Additional unscheduled and offsite collections for both DOT and non-DOT - 24/7 coverage required, including weekends and holidays - Training for contractors and subcontractors on collection processes - Shipping of specimens to certified laboratories - Data security and confidentiality compliance - Coordination with Sound Transit and its contractors - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Ability to provide services at multiple, active construction and project sites - Must comply with federal (DOT) and local regulations - Must ensure adequate staffing for high-volume, multi-location coverage - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or laboratory equipment manufacturers are named in the solicitation - The opportunity is open to qualified service providers specializing in drug and alcohol testing and collection - Estimated contract duration is five years, with an option to extend for three additional years.

Description

Sound Transit is soliciting proposals for drug and alcohol testing and collection services to support its Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP). The contract term is five years with an option to extend for three additional years. Services include onsite and offsite specimen collections, primarily at project/work sites across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. The solicitation includes requirements for staffing multiple work sites, specimen shipping, and training for contractors. The bid status is awarded, and submissions were accepted online with a question deadline of June 12, 2024.

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