Drug Abuse Screenings - AAHSD Bid Cancelled: 04/07/2026 - Addendum NO. 02 - Cancellation Date Issued: 04/07/26 Your reference i

The Acadiana Area Human Services District (AAHSD) in Louisiana is seeking a comprehensive drug abuse screening services contract for its five behavioral health clinics located in Crowley, New Iberia, Opelousas, Lafayette, and Ville Platte. The procurement, solicitation number 3000025331, requires a vendor to provide full-spectrum drug testing services including specimen collection, transportation, laboratory testing, and medical review officer (MRO) functions. Bidders must conduct initial immunoassay screening and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) confirmatory tests for multiple drug classes using SAMHSA-certified laboratory procedures, with results reported within 48-72 hours. The successful contractor must obtain Certified Substance Abuse Program Administration (C-SAPA) certification within six months of contract implementation and maintain all required certifications throughout the contract period. The bid is scheduled to be publicly opened on November 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with written inquiries due by October 21, 2025, and responses to inquiries by October 28, 2025. The initial contract term is 12 months, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Vendors must be registered in the LaGov vendor system and capable of billing Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care Organizations, and the Louisiana Department of Health. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the annual estimated quantity includes 1,400 11-panel drug screens, 100 12-panel screens, and additional specialized tests such as GC/MS confirmations and synthetic cannabis screenings. Contractors are required to maintain specific insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability, with prescribed minimum limits. The contract is non-exclusive, allowing the State to enter into similar agreements with other vendors. Payment will be processed electronically, with purchases under $5,000 using the LaCarte Procurement Card and larger amounts processed through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).