Hidalgo County - Drug & Alcohol Testing Services - RFB-26-0512-10-14-04 (2026)
Hidalgo CountyCounty · Edinburg, TX- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Olga Garza
- (956) 318-2626 ext 4882
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Summary
Hidalgo County is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide drug and alcohol testing services for County employees on an as-needed basis, specifically supporting the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
The scope of work includes conducting a Drug and Alcohol Test Collection Program with certified staff performing urine, hair, and blood sample collections, alcohol breathalyzer testing, post-offer pre-employment testing, random testing (approximately 25% for TCOLE-licensed and safety-sensitive positions), reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing, and return-to-duty testing. Services require certified Substance Abuse Professionals (SAP), Breath Alcohol Technicians (BAT), Medical Review Officers (MRO), and National Certified Addiction Counselors II (NCACII). Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 pm CST, with a question deadline of October 7, 2026. The initial contract term is two years with options to renew for three additional one-year terms.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Legal Notice Declaration
- Bid Page
- Proof of Insurance
- Insurance Requirement Acknowledgment
- Bid Bond Acknowledgment
- Project Requirements Acknowledgment
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Vendor Acknowledgment
- HUB Declaration
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- SAM.gov Registration Acknowledgment
- Form 1295
- Title VI Appendices
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Contract Clause
- 2 CFR 200 Certification
- FHWA 1273
- Proposer's Affidavit
- Draft Agreement
- References
- Company/Firm Response Cover Sheet
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/co-hidalgo-tx
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Edinburg, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Hidalgo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/co-hidalgo-tx. For questions, contact Olga Garza.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Hidalgo County in TX, 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 Bid 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 Olga Garza at (956) 318-2626 ext 4882. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Hidalgo County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hidalgo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hidalgo 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Legal Notice Declaration, Bid Page, Proof of Insurance, Insurance Requirement Acknowledgment, Bid Bond Acknowledgment, Project Requirements Acknowledgment, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Vendor A. Review the full document from Hidalgo 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: Edinburg, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.