KCATA Drug & Alcohol Testing and Medical Health Services RFP G26-7023-28A 2026
Kansas City Area Transportation AuthorityPublic Authority · Kansas City, MO- Due
- Sep 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jen Webb
- (816) 346-0368
The 30-second brief
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is soliciting proposals for comprehensive Drug & Alcohol Testing and Medical Health Services under RFP #G26-7023-28A. The scope includes DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up), Medical Review Officer (MRO) oversight, and occupational medical services such as physical examinations, CDL holder exams, and Fit for Duty evaluations. The contract term is two years with three one-year extension options. Proposers must provide a primary clinic within 5 to 10 minutes of KCATA's main campus and offer 24/7 testing availability. Proposals are due by September 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. A question deadline is set for August 25, 2026. The evaluation will consider project approach, personnel experience, service delivery model, and price.
Price Proposal, Technical Proposal, Contractual Documents, MRO credentials, Laboratory certification, Collection procedures summary
Project Approach Organization and Management, Quality Experience of Proposed Key Personnel, Service Delivery Model & Program Administration, Price Proposal, Client Customer Services/Response Times References and Past Performance
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Summary
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is soliciting proposals for comprehensive Drug & Alcohol Testing and Medical Health Services under RFP #G26-7023-28A. The scope includes DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up), Medical Review Officer (MRO) oversight, and occupational medical services such as physical examinations, CDL holder exams, and Fit for Duty evaluations.
The contract term is two years with three one-year extension options. Proposers must provide a primary clinic within 5 to 10 minutes of KCATA's main campus and offer 24/7 testing availability. Proposals are due by September 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. A question deadline is set for August 25, 2026. The evaluation will consider project approach, personnel experience, service delivery model, and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Project Approach Organization and Management
- Quality Experience of Proposed Key Personnel
- Service Delivery Model & Program Administration
- Price Proposal
- Client Customer Services/Response Times References and Past Performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Price Proposal
- Technical Proposal
- Contractual Documents
- MRO credentials
- Laboratory certification
- Collection procedures summary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E-1
- Attachment E-2
- Attachment F-1
- Attachment F-2
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Submit to
- 1350 East 17th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Scope location
- Kansas City, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 10, 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: 1350 East 17th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108. For questions, contact Jen Webb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kansas City Area Transportation Authority in MO, 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 Jen Webb at (816) 346-0368. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Proposal, Technical Proposal, Contractual Documents, MRO credentials, Laboratory certification, Collection procedures summary. 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: "Project Approach Organization and Management, Quality Experience of Proposed Key Personnel, Service Delivery Model & Program Administration, Price Proposal, Client Customer Services/Response Times Ref..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Kansas City Area Transportation Authority 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 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E-1, Attachment E-2, Attachment F-1, Attachment F-2, Attachment G, Attachment H. Review the full document from Kansas City Area Transportation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kansas City, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.