RE-BID Post Offer Employment Testing

Overview The Iowa DOT is seeking competitive quotes for a qualified Testing Provider to provide Post Offer Employment Testing for all Iowa DOT District Field Offices as per the Specifications on the Buyer Attachments section of this RFB. Outcome of the Post Offer Employment Testing analysis will be designed to determine one or more job specific tests that will either qualify or disqualify the candidate for position applied based on post-offer or post-employment (fit for duty) of position. All job analysis is to be completed in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). An example of a Post Description Questionaire is on the Buyer Attachments section. To meet compliance, the responder’s solution must NOT include the PCP post‑offer, pre‑employment physical testing machine model. The department is seeking a more hands‑on, job‑realistic, and consistently administered testing method that aligns with the essential physical requirements of key job classifications across the state.Responder solutions should demonstrate the ability to deliver consistent, repeatable, and validated job‑simulation‑based testing that can be administered across all regions of the state with minimal variability between test locations or evaluators. To ensure equitable access and statewide participation, the Testing Provider must operate multiple testing sites throughout Iowa, except where noted below. These sites must be distributed across urban, suburban, and rural areas and must be accessible to all eligible individuals, regardless of their assigned Iowa DOT facility. The Testing Provider is required to regularly assess its testing site locations to confirm that they provide sufficient geographic distribution, accessibility, and capacity to meet ongoing testing needs. Any proposed modifications to testing locations must be reported to the Iowa DOT, and written approval must be obtained prior to implementing any changes affecting Iowa DOT testing. The DOT’s goal is to ensure that candidates do not travel more than two hours from their assigned DOT garage to the Testing Provider’s location. See DOT Map on Buyer Attachments section. The Testing Provider is required to provide a complete list of all testing locations, along with the corresponding mailing addresses for each site. NOTE: The DOT will allow the Testing Providers the option to provide Post Offer Employment Testing, as described in the specifications, at a DOT facility or via a mobile vehicle. The Testing Provider must supply all required testing equipment and coordinate testing dates with the DOT. The DOT facility location will be designated by the DOT. The Testing Provider is required to maintain insurance on all vehicles, trailers, and equipment used to provide testing. See Buyer Attachments section for Specifications, Iowa District Field Office map and an example of "Post Description Questionnaire". ALL LINES ARE TIED ON THE ITEMS SECTION OF THIS RFB. Responders are not required to respond to the 'Add Alternate' Line 2. All Responders must respond to line 1. Award will be based on the 'Base Bid' on line 1. Shipping Terms Deliveries shall be F.O.B Destination. Award - Cost and Other Factors It is the intent of the Iowa DOT to award the contract to the responsible bidder whose submission is the most advantageous to the Iowa DOT, cost and other factors considered. Other factors include, but are not limited to: meeting or exceeding mandatory requirements, proposed staffing, and meeting required time schedule. Other factors may also include a comprehensive review of bidders past work performance, and work capacity. Notification of Intent to Award After responses are evaluated, a Notification of Intent to Award (NOIA) and bid tabulation will be posted publicly on the IMPACS Business Opportunities site. Communication Until a contract is awarded, the sole point of contact for this bid opportunity will be the Purchasing Agent listed in the event. All questions must be directed solely to the Purchasing Agent and will not be accepted after the Q&A Submissions Close Date. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit all questions through the Q&A Board. Responses to questions will be posted on the Q&A Board. Contract Term DOT estimated start date: Upon Notice to Proceed Announcement. (Start date to be coordinated with the DOT Human Resource Manager). The contract will be for an initial term of 12 months, with the option to renew for up to five additional 12‑month periods. Tax Exemption The Iowa Department of Transportation is a tax-exempt agency. Tax exemption certificates will be provided upon request. Davis-Bacon wages do not apply.