Pre-Advertisement Notice - DHR / AFRD: Post Employment Physicals & Drug Testing

The City of Atlanta, on behalf of its Department of Human Resources and the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department, is initiating a multi-step sealed bid process to select occupational medical service providers. This procurement process begins with a prequalification phase, followed by an Invitation for Bid, targeting vendors capable of delivering comprehensive medical services for safety-sensitive roles. These services include 24/7 post-employment offer physicals, fitness-for-duty assessments, annual medical exams, and drug and alcohol testing. Providers must have proven experience with similar safety-sensitive workforces, the operational ability to conduct timely evaluations, and maintain proper licensing in Georgia. Compliance with relevant regulations such as OSHA standards, Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing rules (49 CFR Part 40), and SAMHSA laboratory certification is required, and the services must align with ACOEM guidelines and NFPA 1582 medical evaluation standards specific to fire rescue personnel. Interested vendors are encouraged to participate in a Pre-Solicitation Conference for further information and clarifications. The solicitation, identified by number PE-66062-NONST-2026-000000337, was posted on March 20, 2026, with a response deadline of March 31, 2026. The awarded contract will support ongoing medical service needs across safety-sensitive positions in Georgia, particularly those involving sworn AFRD staff, ensuring adherence to established occupational health and safety protocols. Benjamin Lang serves as the primary contact for the solicitation.