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Gainesville Police Department Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Psychological Screening Services with Community Behavioral Services for Gainesville Police Department
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Gainesville Police Department Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Psychological Screening Services with Community Behavioral Services for Gainesville Police Department
Explanation
The City solicited bids from 51 psychologists with two (2) vendors responding to provide services to the Police Department. After a careful review of the proposals, Community Behavioral Services was deemed the most qualified to provide the necessary services. The services to be provided include psychological and mental health services to Gainesville Police Department personnel including police officers, reserve police officers, public safety communication staff, police service technicians, and their families. Psychological screening services are included in the contract and will be utilized as one of the last steps in the hiring process.
Fiscal Impact
Funds in the amount of $40,000.00 are available in the FY99 budget. Costs are allocated in the Employee Health and Accident Benefits (EHAB) fund.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) approve the selection of Community Behavioral Services for the provision of the EAP and psychological screening programs for the Gainesville Police Department; and 2) authorize the City Manager or his designee to negotiate with and enter into an agreement for three years starting from the date of execution, with the possibility of two (2) additional one-year extensions, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality.