Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) Specimen Collection Services

The Louisiana Air National Guard (LA ANG) is soliciting proposals for Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) Specimen Collection Services, specifically seeking non-personal services for Wing Drug Demand Reduction Program Managers (WDDRPM) and Adjunct Drug Testing Program Administrative Managers (DTPAM). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 621511 ($41.5M size standard). The period of performance includes a base year (March 2, 2026 – March 1, 2027) and one option year (March 2, 2027 – March 1, 2028). Services will be performed at multiple LA ANG locations including Belle Chasse, New Orleans, Hammond, and Alexandria, LA. Funds are not currently available for this requirement. Quotes are due by February 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST, with questions due by February 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. Award will be based on an "All or None" basis, considering best value to the government, and evaluating total price (including option) and technical capability. Vendors must be registered with www.sam.gov to be considered. The solicitation details firm-fixed-price arrangements for one WDDRPM, one Adjunct DTPAM, and three DTPAMs for both the base and option years, including estimated travel costs.

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) Specimen Collection Services for the Air National Guard (ANG). The contractor will provide personnel, equipment, and materials for specimen collection in compliance with DAFMAN, DoDI 1010.01, and DoDI 1010.16. Services will be performed at various Louisiana ANG installations between February 2026 and February 2028. The contractor must adhere to strict quality control, security, and antiterrorism awareness policies, including the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Key personnel roles include Wing Drug Demand Reduction Program Managers (WDDRPM) and Drug Testing Program Administrative Managers (DTPAM), who will ensure proper specimen collection, chain of custody, and reporting of deviations. The government will provide workspace and utilities, while the contractor is responsible for all other necessary resources.

The document outlines the estimated man-hours and personnel requirements for the Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP), crucial for Wings' forward planning and resource allocation. It details core responsibilities, including drug testing, specimen collection and processing, records management, and prevention initiatives. The estimate considers varying demands, with peak periods around major testing events. Manpower needs for Wing Drug Demand Reduction Program Managers (WDDRPMs), Drug Testing Program Administrative Military Members (DTPAMs), and observers are broken down by the number of selections. Specific roles and responsibilities for WDDRPMs during pre-testing, testing execution, and post-testing phases are provided, emphasizing compliance with DAFMAN 44-197 protocols. The document also recommends personnel profiles for WDDRPMs and DTPAMs, specifying rank requirements, service longevity, and behavioral standards to ensure program success. This comprehensive overview aims to provide a clear snapshot for operational planning.

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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) Specimen Collection Services for the Air National Guard (ANG). The contractor will provide personnel, equipment, and materials for specimen collection in compliance with DAFMAN, DoDI 1010.01, and DoDI 1010.16. Services will be performed at various Louisiana ANG installations between March 2026 and March 2028, with a one-year base period and one one-year option. Key personnel include Wing DDRP Managers (WDDRPM) and Drug Testing Program Administrative Managers (DTPAM). The PWS details responsibilities for observers and DTPAMs, emphasizing strict adherence to chain of custody, forensic requirements, and reporting deviations. The contractor must develop a Quality Control Plan, and the government will conduct Quality Assurance surveillance. Strict security, access, and antiterrorism awareness training are mandated. The contractor is responsible for safeguarding government property and protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

This document addresses questions regarding a new government requirement for Drug Demand Reduction Program (DDRP) operations. It clarifies that contractor personnel for roles like Wing Drug Demand Reduction Program Manager (WDDRPM) and Drug Testing Program Administrative Manager (DTPAM) will be civilians and are not required to hold prior military enlisted grades. Offerors can propose civilian personnel with equivalent experience. The document outlines anticipated monthly and quarterly testing frequencies and donor volumes for various locations in Louisiana, with the 159th Fighter Wing/214th EIS in Belle Chasse having the highest volume. It confirms that DTPAM and Adjunct DTPAM roles are interchangeable for this solicitation, with Adjunct DTPAMs authorized to conduct testing events and performing WDDRPM-level responsibilities as needed. Travel from the primary duty location is expected for GSU support. The government will provide testing consumables, materials, MRO, and lab testing, but the contractor is responsible for providing WDDRPM, Adjunct DTPAM, and DTPAM personnel. This is a new requirement, and bids are to be submitted via email. Testing is primarily monthly during RSD weekends, with ad hoc events possible with prior notification. The government will provide the template for the Monthly Status Report.

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