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CC - CONSENT ITEM: (1) Waiver of Competitive Bidding Procedures Pursuant to Culver City Municipal Code Section 3.07.075.F.3; and (2) Approval of a Five-Year Professional Services Agreement with Occu-Med for Occupational Health Services in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $150,000.00 Per Year.
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Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
Contact Person/Dept.: Tiffany Johnson/Human Resources Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-5640
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Attachments: Yes [] No [X]
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (08/07/2025)
Department Approval: Dana Anderson, Human Resources Director (07/29/2025)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council (1) waive competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Culver City Municipal Code (CCMC) Section 3.07.075.F.3; and (2) approve a five-year professional services agreement with Occu-Med for occupational health services in an amount not-to-exceed $150,000 per year.
BACKGROUND
The City has contracted with Occu-Med since 2019 to provide occupational health services, including scheduling and conducting pre-placement medical evaluations for new hires. These evaluations ensure that candidates can safely perform essential job functions, with or without accommodation.
Occu-Med is a nationally recognized provider with over 15,000 locations, serving government contractors, public agencies, and safety departments. Per CCMC Section 3.07.045, competitive bidding is typically required after five consecutive years with the same vendor. However, Section 3.07.075.F.3 allows the City Council to waive this requirement if it is in the City's best interest.
DISCUSSION
Occu-Med's QA2 service model has significantly improved efficiency in the City's hiring process by expediting exam scheduling, fulfillment, and results delivery. The model also offers candidates fle...
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