Cayuga County is conducting a competitive procurement for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through RFP 2025-08, seeking a comprehensive service provider to support approximately 800 full-time county employees. The procurement aims to secure a vendor capable of delivering 24/7 confidential services including assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, organizational consultations, presentations, training, and coaching. Key service requirements include providing up to three counseling sessions per family per incident annually, with five sessions available for mandated referrals, addressing domains such as stress management, mental health, substance abuse, financial counseling, and legal aid. The contract term is one year, commencing July 1st, 2025, with potential for four additional one-year renewals. Proposals are due on May 27, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a public opening scheduled at the Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce. The selected vendor must demonstrate capabilities in supporting employees and their dependents with comprehensive personal and professional issue resolution, and will be required to submit quarterly statistical reports and participate in workplace wellness events. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears open to qualified EAP service providers who can meet the comprehensive service requirements. The county anticipates serving 800 benefit-earning employees and expects bidders to provide detailed pricing narratives and comprehensive service cost structures. Vendors will need to demonstrate robust capabilities in delivering confidential, multi-dimensional support services across various personal and professional challenge domains. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. The precise budget range is not specified, but bidders are expected to develop competitive pricing models that align with the extensive service requirements. The contract's value will be determined through the competitive proposal process, with the county seeking a cost-effective solution that provides high-quality, comprehensive employee support services.
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RFP 2025-08 Employee Assistance Program Services.pdf | 752KB | 5/8/25 |