Gwinnett County - Medical Examinations, Drug Screening, and Miscellaneous Job-Related Medical Screenings - RP039-26 (2026)
Gwinnett CountyCounty · Gwinnett County, GA- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Diana Turner
- (770) 822-8727
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Gwinnett County seeks competitive proposals for an annual contract to provide medical examinations, drug screening, breath alcohol testing, and drug and alcohol random selection for employees and applicants. The scope includes pre-employment physicals, fitness for duty, return to duty, and change of position examinations for approximately 6,000 employees, including 350 under FTA regulations and 4,100 in safety-sensitive positions. Services involve 24/7 breath alcohol and urine drug tests, hair follicle tests, five-panel or eleven-panel screenings, MRO services, and comprehensive physical exams containing vision, hearing, EKG, spirometry, and lab profiles. The contract spans a one-year period with four optional one-year renewal periods. Proposals are due by 2:50 PM on November 9, 2026, with questions due by 3:00 PM on October 30, 2026. Submissions require one unbound single-sided original, four copies, and one digital copy on a flash drive, with cost submitted in a separate sealed envelope.
Medical examinations, Drug screening, Breath alcohol testing, Drug and alcohol random selection, Pre-employment physicals, Fitness for duty evaluations, Return to duty testing, Change of position examinations
Available Resources (20), Facilities (20), Demonstrated Compliance with Administrative Procedures (20), Demonstrated Knowledge and Experience (20), References (10), Cost and Performance Guarantees (20), Interviews/Presentations if deemed necessary (10)
SUMMARY
Gwinnett County seeks competitive proposals for an annual contract to provide medical examinations, drug screening, breath alcohol testing, and drug and alcohol random selection for employees and applicants.
The scope includes pre-employment physicals, fitness for duty, return to duty, and change of position examinations for approximately 6,000 employees, including 350 under FTA regulations and 4,100 in safety-sensitive positions. Services involve 24/7 breath alcohol and urine drug tests, hair follicle tests, five-panel or eleven-panel screenings, MRO services, and comprehensive physical exams containing vision, hearing, EKG, spirometry, and lab profiles. The contract spans a one-year period with four optional one-year renewal periods. Proposals are due by 2:50 PM on November 9, 2026, with questions due by 3:00 PM on October 30, 2026. Submissions require one unbound single-sided original, four copies, and one digital copy on a flash drive, with cost submitted in a separate sealed envelope.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Medical examinations
- Drug screening
- Breath alcohol testing
- Drug and alcohol random selection
- Pre-employment physicals
- Fitness for duty evaluations
- Return to duty testing
- Change of position examinations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cost Proposal
- Provider Information
- References
- Code of Ethics Affidavit
- Contractor Affidavit and Agreement
- Submit to
- Gwinnett County Financial Services - Purchasing Division, 2nd Floor, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lawrenceville, Georgia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Gwinnett County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Gwinnett County Financial Services - Purchasing Division, 2nd Floor, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. For questions, contact Diana Turner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Gwinnett County in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Diana Turner at (770) 822-8727. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Medical examinations, Drug screening, Breath alcohol testing, Drug and alcohol random selection, Pre-employment physicals, Fitness for duty evaluations, Return to duty testing, Change of position examinations. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Available Resources (20), Facilities (20), Demonstrated Compliance with Administrative Procedures (20), Demonstrated Knowledge and Experience (20), References (10), Cost and Performance Guarantees (20..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Gwinnett County?
All active and historical solicitations from Gwinnett County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Gwinnett County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cost Proposal, Provider Information, References, Code of Ethics Affidavit, Contractor Affidavit and Agreement. Review the full document from Gwinnett County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lawrenceville, Georgia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.