Whatcom Transportation Authority Cobblestone #2023-007 RFP

Award for Drug and Alcohol Testing and Occupational Health Services for Whatcom Transportation Authority

This opportunity involves the Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) awarding a multi-year contract for comprehensive drug and alcohol testing and occupational health services for its employees and contractors. - Government Buyer: - Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA), Procurement Office, Whatcom County, Washington - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Vault Health (First Hospital Laboratories, Inc. d/b/a Vault Workforce Screening) – Awardee and incumbent - Other vendors considered: Alliance 2020 Inc., Caduceus Occupational Medicine, DSI Medical Services Inc., Cascade Northwest Services LLC (ARCpoint Labs) - Products/Services Requested: - Drug and alcohol testing services (DOT and non-DOT compliant) - DOT Drug Screen (153 tests) - Non-DOT Drug Screen (19 tests, customizable 10-panel) - Breath-Alcohol Test (32 tests) - Mobile/onsite drug and alcohol testing - Substance Abuse Professional referrals - Observed urine collection - Occupational health services - Pre-employment physicals (17 exams) - DOT medical certification renewals (50 exams) - Hearing tests (audiograms, whisper tests) - Hepatitis B immunizations - Respirator fit testing and clearance exams - Vision testing, pulmonary function/spirometry - Medical leave verification (FMLA, fit for duty) - Job-related medical exams, background screening - Employee health services (flu clinics, general health) - Administrative and compliance services - Secure web portal for results and reporting - Statistical and regulatory reporting (FTA, FMCSA) - Chain of custody supplies, documentation maintenance - Data encryption, backup systems, training materials - Legal/court testimony, emergency event coordination - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Rapid after-hours response (collector ready within 30 minutes for post-accident testing) - Customizable non-DOT drug panels - Secure, auditable web portal for test results and compliance tracking - Strict adherence to DOT, FTA, and FMCSA regulations - Mobile testing unit capability for on-site or emergency needs - Comprehensive background and employment verification services - Training for collectors and reasonable suspicion training for supervisors

Description

The Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) 2023-007 for comprehensive drug and alcohol testing services and occupational health services. The contract is for a seven-year term ending July 31, 2026, with a total contract amount of $200,000. The services include third-party administration for drug and alcohol testing compliant with Department of Transportation and Federal Transportation Administration requirements, pre-employment physicals, medical leave verification, respirator testing, hearing tests, and potential mobile testing units. The contract was awarded to Vault Health, the current vendor, following a competitive proposal evaluation process.

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