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This Solicitation opportunity from Texas was posted on October 21, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Alcohol, Controlled Substances & Specimen Testing Program

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RFP #3323-25State & Local

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The contract involves providing a comprehensive alcohol and controlled substances testing program for Nueces County, Texas, covering approximately 30 commercial drivers subject to FHWA regulations, up to 750 safety-sensitive employees under the Drug-Free Workplace Act, and additional employees on a reasonable suspicion basis. The initial term is three years with options to renew annually for up to two additional years, and provisions for month-to-month extensions if needed. The scope includes breath alcohol testing, split urine specimen testing, Medical Review Officer services, and assistance in developing and implementing the testing program in compliance with federal regulations such as 49 CFR Part 40 and Part 382, as well as the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. The project aims to ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the County’s workforce, with services delivered through certified laboratories and FDA-approved collection kits, maintaining strict chain of custody and specimen integrity standards. The procurement process is structured as a competitive proposal solicitation, with evaluation criteria weighted heavily on qualifications and experience (45%), work performance (25%), price (20%), and capacity to perform (10%). Proposals are due by November 6, 2025, either via online submission through PublicPurchase.com or by sealed physical delivery to the County’s purchasing office. The contract is governed by a broad set of federal, state, and local regulations, including ADA, Civil Rights, EEO, OSHA, and conflict of interest laws, requiring proposers to submit certifications such as debarment, non-collusion, residency, and E-Verify registration. The agreement emphasizes compliance with federal testing standards, proper specimen handling, and confidentiality, with the contract administrator being the Human Resources Director. The project’s total estimated value ranges from $50,000 to $200,000, with detailed performance, inspection, and reporting requirements designed to uphold the integrity and legality of the testing program over its multi-year duration.

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Texas → Nueces County

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TX, USA

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Response deadline changed from May 13, 2025 to Nov 6, 2025. The notice title changed. NAICS code added: 541380. The notice description changed. The point of contact changed.

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AgencyTexas → Nueces County
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Texas → Nueces County
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Nature of Project The Commissioners Court of Nueces County (hereinafter called the “County”) will accept sealed competitive proposals for Alcohol And Controlled Substances & Specimen Testing Program In accordance with the Specifications and other Contract Documents prepared by the County. The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals for providing assistance in the development and implementation of an alcohol and controlled substances testing program (herein referred to as “the program”) for approximately 30 drivers employed by the County who operate commercial motor vehicles and are subject to testing for alcohol misuse and controlled substances use under the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) testing program rules. In addition, the RFP requires assistance in the controlled substances testing program of approximately 750 employees in safety sensitive positions subject to testing under the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1984, or any of 1,200 employees in a reasonable suspicion basis. The County’s objective is to enter into an agreement that will provide comprehensive services for the program, including breath alcohol and split urine samplecontrolled substances testing of covered drivers; Medical Review Officer (MRO) services for controlled substances test, and other direct related services requested by the County. This RFP was developed pursuant to the testing requirements set forth in regulations implementing the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 as it related to County employees required to hold a commercial drivers’ license to operate a commercial motor vehicle (49 CFR 40 and CFR 382). The term of the contract shall be for thirty-six (36) months, with the option to renew. Each renewal, if mutually acceptable to the Contractor and Nueces County, will be in twelve (12) month increments, not to exceed two (2) additional years past the initial term. In the event this contract expires before another contract is awarded, the Contractor shall extend the contract on a month-to-month basis by mutual agreement. Contract Administrator: Jim Landers, Human Resources Director , will serve as the contract administrator for this project. Delivery of Proposal All forms in Proposal Submission Documents and all requirements in Statement of Qualifications are to be completed, signed, dated, and returned by the Due Date/Time shown above. Online Bid Submissions (preferred): One (1) signed electronic copy of proposal response form and all required documents shall be submitted online via PublicPurchase.com. *For PublicPurchase.com Online Bid Submission: Refer to Attachment A- Online Bid Submission Guide 1. Log into Public Purchase. 2. Click Link “Home”. 3. Click the “Select Region”, select “Texas”. 4. “Select Agency” and select “Nueces County”. 5. “Open Bids” located on left side of the screen. 6. Click on the correct bid. 7. You will see all the information related to bid, select “Respond to Bid” to upload the file. 8. To receive a copy of the submission, click on “Print Submitted Information” located on the right side of the screen down below to the “Respond”. Physical Bids Submissions (if unable to submit online): Completed proposals, one (1) original signed copy and two (2) hard copies of proposals and one (1) electronic copy of proposal in .PDF format on a USB Flash drive shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked showing the RFP Number and Project Name for which the proposals are intended, and the name and address of the Proposer. Proposals are to be addressed and delivered to: Nueces County Purchasing Attn: Michael Robinson, Purchasing Agent Nueces County Courthouse 901 Leopard Street, Room 106 Corpus Christi, Texas 78401

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