Pulaski County ITB 26-S-007 Occupational Health Services: Pre-Employment Physical Screenings, Drug and Alcohol Testing (2026)
Pulaski CountyCounty · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tashika Keown
- (501) 340-8311
The 30-second brief
Pulaski County requests competitive sealed bids to establish a contract for occupational health services, pre-employment physical screenings, drug and alcohol testing, and physical performance testing including lift and stair-step testing for employees of the Pulaski County Sheriff's Department and Pulaski County Coroner's Office. Testing services cover new hires, random drug testing, and employee physicals, requiring a SAMHSA certified forensic toxicology laboratory certification, 24-hour service availability, and local facilities with sites on both the north and south sides of the Arkansas River. Urine tests require Level 3 DOT approved drug screens and Level 3 10-panel drug screens. Physicals require Level 3 DOT with NIDA-5 screening and Level 3 law enforcement physicals with 10-panel drug screening meeting Arkansas Law Enforcement Standards and Training medical clearance requirements. The submission deadline is October 6, 2026, with a questions deadline of September 28, 2026.
Level 3 DOT Approved Drug Screen, Level 3 Drug Screen 10-Panel, Breath Testing, Alcohol Level Testing, Level 3 DOT Physicals, Level 3 Law Enforcement Physicals
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Summary
Pulaski County requests competitive sealed bids to establish a contract for occupational health services, pre-employment physical screenings, drug and alcohol testing, and physical performance testing including lift and stair-step testing for employees of the Pulaski County Sheriff's Department and Pulaski County Coroner's Office.
Testing services cover new hires, random drug testing, and employee physicals, requiring a SAMHSA certified forensic toxicology laboratory certification, 24-hour service availability, and local facilities with sites on both the north and south sides of the Arkansas River. Urine tests require Level 3 DOT approved drug screens and Level 3 10-panel drug screens. Physicals require Level 3 DOT with NIDA-5 screening and Level 3 law enforcement physicals with 10-panel drug screening meeting Arkansas Law Enforcement Standards and Training medical clearance requirements. The submission deadline is October 6, 2026, with a questions deadline of September 28, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Level 3 DOT Approved Drug Screen
- Level 3 Drug Screen 10-Panel
- Breath Testing
- Alcohol Level Testing
- Level 3 DOT Physicals
- Level 3 Law Enforcement Physicals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Contractor or Vendor Disclosure Form
- Contract Information
- EBID TERMS AND CONDITIONS ITB
- County Preference
- Minimum Standards For Employment or Appointment or Continued Employment
- W-9 Form Rev. 2024
- Permits
- Certification and Licenses
- Certificate of Insurance
- Response to Scope of Work
- Disadvantaged Business Certification
- Submit to
- https://arkansas.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1737&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Little Rock, AR
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Pulaski County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 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: https://arkansas.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1737&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Tashika Keown.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Pulaski County in AR, 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 Tashika Keown at (501) 340-8311. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Level 3 DOT Approved Drug Screen, Level 3 Drug Screen 10-Panel, Breath Testing, Alcohol Level Testing, Level 3 DOT Physicals, Level 3 Law Enforcement Physicals. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Pulaski County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pulaski County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pulaski 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 3 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: Contractor or Vendor Disclosure Form, Contract Information, eBID TERMS AND CONDITIONS ITB, County Preference, Minimum Standards For Employment or Appointment or Continued Employment, W-9 Form Rev. 202. Review the full document from Pulaski 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: Little Rock, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.