Employee Assistance Program

Skagit Transit, a public transit agency in Washington state's Skagit County, is soliciting proposals for Request for Proposals (RFP) 25-015 to secure a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for its workforce. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to administer an EAP serving 156 employees, including their immediate family members and household residents, with both represented and non-represented staff categories. The contract will have an initial three-year term with two potential one-year extensions, creating a maximum potential contract period of five years. Proposals must be submitted by exactly 2:00 p.m. on June 2nd, 2025, and all submitted proposals must remain valid for 60 days from the proposal due date. Key deliverables will include comprehensive EAP services designed to support employee mental health, wellness, and work-life balance, with specific service expectations detailed in the full RFP documentation. Bidders must review all contract terms and conditions, with any proposed exceptions requiring formal clarification through the specified pre-proposal process. Proposals can be accessed and submitted through Skagit Transit's website and the official bidding platform at https://www.beaconbid.com.

The solicitation explicitly encourages participation from small, women-owned, and minority-owned Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), demonstrating a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. The RFP emphasizes compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, or sex. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the scope suggests a contract serving 156 employees and their families. Potential vendors must carefully review Exhibit A, which contains the sample contract, and agree to all terms without exception. The procurement process prioritizes equal opportunity and seeks to select a vendor capable of providing comprehensive, high-quality EAP services that support the holistic well-being of Skagit Transit's employees. Interested vendors should thoroughly review all RFP documentation and ensure full compliance with submission requirements and evaluation criteria.