Opportunity
Lakeland Opengov #2026-RFP-072
City of Lakeland seeks citywide drug and alcohol testing services for all departments.
Posted
June 25, 2026
Respond By
July 31, 2026
Identifier
2026-RFP-072
NAICS
541380
The City of Lakeland is seeking a qualified provider for citywide drug and alcohol testing services for all departments and work locations. - Government Buyer: - City of Lakeland Risk Management & Purchasing Department - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive drug and alcohol testing for approximately 2,700 employees, including 1,600 first responders/safety-sensitive positions and 400 commercial drivers - DOT and non-DOT drug screens - DOT and non-DOT alcohol testing - On-site after-hours and random drug/alcohol testing - Management of the random selection process for testing pools - Compliance Requirements: - Must adhere to all federal, state, local, and city laws, including the Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act - Services must comply with the City’s Drug-Free Workplace & Mandatory Testing Policy - Notable Details: - Experience with similar public entities is required - Contract may be used by other Florida public agencies under the Interlocal Cooperation Act - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; incumbent provider is Medi-Test, Inc. - Contract Structure: - Initial term of three years, with two optional one-year extensions (up to five years total)
Description
This solicitation is for citywide drug and alcohol testing services, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and other testing services. The contract period is for three years with options to extend. The project requires submission of references, certifications, insurance certificates, and other documentation. Responses must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by July 31, 2026. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, experience, approach, capacity, and fee structure.