RFP 2027-002 Drug and Alcohol Testing Services

The City of Salem, Virginia, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive Drug and Alcohol Testing Program under RFP 2027-002. The contract covers two primary populations: DOT/FMCSA-regulated employees holding a Commercial Driver’s License, requiring full compliance with 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382 and FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements, and non-DOT employees, including those in safety-sensitive positions. The scope of work encompasses random-pool administration, collection services, laboratory analysis, Medical Review Officer services, recordkeeping, and reporting. The intended contract structure consists of an initial one-year term with four optional one-year renewals. Proposals are due by September 18, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local time, with electronic submission via eVA preferred. The City will evaluate offerors based on qualifications and relevant experience (30%), technical approach and methodology (30%), project team qualifications (10%), project schedule (10%), price proposal (10%), and references and past performance (10%). The selected contractor must be capable of achieving full operational status within 30 days of the award. Key requirements include providing professional liability, umbrella, and automobile insurance, and adhering to the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Award may be made to one or more qualified offerors deemed in the best interest of the City.