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Selection of Clinical Psychology Associates of North Central Florida, Inc. as the Provider for the City of Gainesville's General Employees Assistance Program and Substance Abuse Professional for the City's Various Drug-Free Workplace Programs (B)
This item involves the selection of Clinical Psychology Associates of North Central Florida to provide Employee Assistance Program and Substance Abuse Professional Services for the City of Gainesville.
Explanation
The City solicited bids via Demand Star for qualified mental health professionals to provide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service and to act as the City's Substance Abuse Professional for the City's various Drug-Free Workplace Programs. The City received bids from three (3) vendors. After a careful review of the proposals, using the criteria set forth in the Request for Proposals, Clinical Psychology Associates of North Florida, Inc. was deemed the most qualified to provide the necessary services. The provider has been the City's EAP for many years and their knowledge of the City's policies and drug testing programs will ensure a smooth transition. Clinical Psychology Associates of North Central Florida, Inc is a local vendor. The services to be provided include psychological and mental health services to City of Gainesville employees and their families as well as acting as the City's Substance Abuse Professional under the various Federal and other Drug-Free Workplace Programs.
Fiscal Note
Funds in the amount of $41,000 are necessary for this contract and have been included in the General Insurance Fund.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) approve the selection of Clinical Psychology Associates of North Florida, Inc. for the provision of the EAP programs for City of Gainesville employees; and 2) authorize the City Manager or his designee to negotiate with and enter into an agreement for three years beginning January 1, 2009, with the possibility of two (2) additional one-year extensions, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality.