Drug Testing

Fulton County, Georgia is seeking a comprehensive drug testing service provider for its Accountability Court Programs through Request for Proposal #25RFP1386059A-BKJ. The solicitation requires a vendor to deliver randomized urine drug testing with a secure, web-based HIPAA-compliant information management system capable of participant enrollment, custom test panel configuration, test history tracking, and integration with existing case management systems. Specific service requirements include immunoassay screening for multiple substances, confirmation testing, specimen collection at two Atlanta metropolitan area locations (Atlanta and Sandy Springs), and a participant notification system. The provider must maintain patient care centers, conduct same-sex directly observed collections, and supply all necessary sample collection and transportation materials. The evaluation criteria will utilize a 100-point scoring system, with technical approach weighted at 40 points, cost proposal at 30 points, and additional points allocated to qualifications (8%), project experience (10%), key personnel availability (5%), local preference (5%), and service-disabled veterans preference (2%). Key dates include a pre-proposal conference on April 22, 2025, and proposal submissions due on May 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM, with an initial contract term from execution through December 31, 2025 and potential renewals for two additional one-year terms through December 31, 2027.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions designed to promote diverse business participation. Vendors must complete multiple compliance forms, including Georgia Security and Immigration Contractor Affidavits, Local Preference Affidavits, and Service Disabled Veteran Preference Affidavits. The solicitation requires contractors to utilize the E-Verify federal work authorization program and provides potential preferential consideration for minority-owned businesses, service-disabled veteran enterprises, and other designated business categories. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the county will evaluate proposals based on technical merits and cost-effectiveness to select the most advantageous proposal for the Accountability Court Programs. Contractors must demonstrate professional licensing, detailed business ownership information, and comprehensive subcontractor relationships. Non-compliance with form requirements or submission of incomplete or false information may result in proposal disqualification. The procurement seeks to establish a robust, technologically integrated drug testing infrastructure that can support the county's judicial accountability objectives while maintaining strict confidentiality and medical testing standards.