TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Michael A. Hursh, General Manager
SUBJECT: Employee Assistance and Substance Abuse Programs
ACTION ITEM
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider authorizing the release of a solicitation for the Employee Assistance and Substance Abuse Programs.
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - Safe and Secure Operations and High Performing Workforce
The resulting solicitation will ensure that the District can continue to provide employee services as well as remain in compliance with the Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
These services will be included in the Fiscal Year 2022-23 operating budget. Staff has withheld the cost for these services until the contract award is presented to the Board to ensure that the District receives the best possible pricing.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
The District currently contracts with Claremont Behavioral Services to provide EAP and SAP services. Since both contracts will expire March 21, 2022, the District's request for proposal (RFP) will solicit prospective vendors to administer the Employee Assistance and Substance Abuse Programs under one contract.
EAP provides short-term confidential counseling sessions and provider referrals to assist employees with stress, marriage and family issues, chemical dependency, financial and legal advice as well as other life issues. The EAP also includes a Trauma Response Program that provides immediate debriefing, assessment and short-term counseling to employees who have been assaulted and/or traumatized while at work.
The SAP's main function is to keep the public safe by preventing, through deterrence and detection, alcohol and controlled substance users from performing safety-sensitive functions. The SAP evaluates employees who violate the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol rules and regulations and recommends appropriate education and or treatment, follow up tests, and aftercare.
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