Pre-employment Physicals, Drug and TB Testing

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety, Division of Juvenile Justice, has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered 19-RFQ-1536174091-HMM for pre-employment medical services covering Lincoln County and Greensboro City. The procurement seeks medical providers to perform comprehensive pre-employment physical examinations, tuberculosis testing, and drug screening for prospective employees. Specific testing requirements include both QuantiFERON-TB Gold In-Tube and T-SPOT TB tests, along with a 5-profile drug test, with an anticipated volume of approximately 200 physical examinations and associated tests annually. Vendors must be licensed in North Carolina, maintain suitable office locations, and follow strict medical screening guidelines. Medical practitioners must utilize SAMHSA-certified laboratories and adhere to detailed confidentiality and reporting protocols. The solicitation is due on May 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with the contract duration set for an initial three-year term and potential extensions up to 180 days in 90-day increments.

The state explicitly encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), establishing a goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms as 1st or 2nd tier subcontractors. Potential vendors must complete comprehensive attachments demonstrating financial condition, worker location, and compliance with state and federal regulations. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly outlined, the annual testing volume of 200 examinations suggests a substantial contract value. The procurement appears open to qualified medical providers meeting the specified licensing, testing, and administrative requirements. Vendors will need to demonstrate capability to conduct medical screenings efficiently, maintain strict confidentiality, and provide timely, accurate reporting of examination and testing results. The state reserves the right to award multiple contracts to local medical providers capable of meeting the comprehensive service requirements.