USDA, U.S. Forest Service, Central Administrative Zone, 240 West Prospect Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526-2098

Q -- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM-ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESEARCH STATION, ARAPAHO ROOSEVELT NATIONAL FORESTS AND PAWNEE NATIONAL GRASSLAND, WASHINGTON OFFICE DETACHED UNITS, AND THE NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION SERVICE. SOL RFQ CAZ-99-24 DUE 022699 POC Susan Major, Procurement Clerk, FAX 970-498-1045 Services include short-term counseling, consultations, orientation sessions, conflict resolution, critical incident stress debriefings. Assistance will be provided for a variety of problems including, but not limited to alcohol/substance abuse, domestic issues, depression, co-dependence, dealing with grief, etc. Quarterly reports on services rendered will be required. A total of approximately 1350 employees (this number fluctuates due to temporary and seasonal appointments) and immediate family members are potential users of this service, with historical use ranging from 10-15%. Employees are located in the following states: Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming, Nevada, South Dakota, Arizona, New Mexico, Montana, Utah, and Idaho. Estimated price range is $20,000-$100,000 annually. The contract is expected to run from April 1, 1999, thru September 30, 2000, with an additional four option years. Pricing is sought on a fee for services basis. This solicitation will be issued using the policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. See Note 1. Posted 01/25/99 (W-SN291150). (0025)

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