| Location: | Georgia |
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| Posted: | Apr 2, 2026 |
| Due: | May 6, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Georgia |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | PE-36800-NONST-2026-000000003 |
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| Event ID | Event Title | Government Entity | Start Date (ET) | End Date (ET) |
| PE-36800-NONST-2026-000000003 | Construction CMR for 2 Homes and Green Space in DeKalb County | Dekalb Community Service Board |
Apr 02, 2026 @ 01:54 PM
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May 06, 2026 @ 03:00 PM
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Start Date: Apr 02, 2026 @ 01:54 PM ET
End Date:
May 06, 2026 @ 03:00 PM ET
Claratel Behavioral Health is seeking sealed proposals from qualified Construction Professionals for the construction of: Claratel Care Homes. The delivery method is Construction Manager at Risk hereafter referred to as CMAR. Claratel Behavioral Health is planning a comprehensive improvement to the existing property located at 3053 Wesley Chapel Road. This project will transform the existing property into a functional neighborhood by completing the development of the existing property, constructing (2) home sites, green space areas, and parking lots (See Attachment B). The intent is to create a durable, well-constructed, and architecturally cohesive neighborhood that will assist and meet the needs of Claratel Behavioral Health and their clients. CMAR will be required to permit the project with the appropriate government authority.
The stated budget for this project for all construction work including all costs of the work and CMAR Fees is $1,655,000. Owner has right to change budget or schedule at their discretion.
PROJECT DETAILS:
¿ Re-grading and reworking existing lots to meet new layout requirements ¿ Installation of parking lots ¿ Installation of new road ¿ Curb and Gutter ¿ Installation of utilities not provided to the site ¿ Construction of (2) new homes that meet Georgia DBHDD and Claratel Behavioral Health¿s requirements for individuals with acute behaviors ¿ Construction of (1) new Multi-Purpose Building that meets Georgia DBHDD and Claratel Behavioral Health¿s Requirements (I think this is Phase II) ¿ Fencing ¿ Concrete walks ¿ Turf establishment ¿ Landscaping ¿ Outdoor recreational area with walking trail and half-basketball court
ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE
The Owner intends to award the contract for the Project within one month of the proposal submittal deadline. After the award, the CMAR will have seven days to execute the contract. All times are EST.
Schedule details included in the Bid
| Code | Description |
| 33020 | Fencing, Electrified |
| 15510 | Buildings, Large, Prefabricated, Over 500 SQFT. |
| 15512 | Building, 500 SQFT. or Less |
| 15513 | Buildings, 500 - 1000 Sq. Ft. or less |
| 15518 | Cabins, Storage Buildings, etc., Pre-Engineered in Kits, Ready to Assemble and Erect |
| 15550 | Office Buildings, Modular and Portable |
| 15572 | Recycled Buildings and Structures |
| 90610 | Buildings, Architectural Design Services |
| 90612 | Building Sanitation, Architectural Services |
| 90625 | Design Build, Architectural Services (Inactive, effective January 1, 2016) |
| 90661 | Models of Layouts and Buildings to Scale, Architectural Services |
| 90921 | Building Construction, Industrial, Warehouse, etc. |
| 90922 | Building Construction, Non-Residential, Office Bldg., etc. |
| 90923 | Building Construction, Residential, Apartments, etc. |
| 90924 | Building Construction, Commercial and Institutional |
| 90925 | Building Construction, Prefabricated, All Types |
| 90930 | Building Construction, (Not Otherwise Classified) |
| 90931 | Building Construction, Sustainable, Green |
| 90960 | Maintenance and Repair, Industrial Building |
| 90961 | Maintenance and Repair, Non-Residential Building |
| 90962 | Maintenance and Repair, Residential Buildings, Including Single Family Homes and Apartments |
| 90963 | Maintenance and Repair, Commercial and Institutional Building |
| 90964 | Maintenance and Repair, Agricultural Building |
| 90966 | Maintenance and Repair, Educational Building |
| 90967 | Maintenance and Repair, Medical Building |
| 90968 | Maintenance and Repair, Religious Building |
| 98832 | Grading, Parking Lots, etc., Not Road Building |
| 15505 | Barriers and Enclosures, Construction |
Teiresias Jones Sr
teiresj@dekcsb.org
404-508-7728
| RFQ: 2026-04 DD Claratel Care Homes - Construction Service type: Construction Mandatory BID MEETING: 4/21/2026 @ 10:00 AM Location of BID MEETING: 3053 Wesley Chapel Rd Decatur, GA 30034 Bid Closing: 5/04/2026 @ 3:00 pm CMAR Allocation: $ 1,655,000.00 | RFQ Contact: Teiresias Jones Sr. Chief Financial Officer Office: (404)508-7728 Email: teiresj@claratel.org | ||
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| CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS MAY BE SUBMITTED VIA MAIL OR IN PERSON | |||
| Mailing Address: Claratel Behavioral Health Attn: Purchasing Office P.O. Box 1648 Decatur, GA 30031 | Physical Address (Drop offs): Claratel Behavioral Health Attn: Purchasing Office 445 Winn Way, 4th Floor Decatur, GA 30030 | ||
| ALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING: | |||
| 1. The attached Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions. | 8. Required Documentation (Attachment D) | ||
| 2. Notice to Bidders | 9. Compliance Standards (Attachment E | ||
| 3. The schedule included below and/or attached hereto. | 10. Code of Ethics (Attachment F) | ||
| 4. Such other provisions, representations, certifications and specifications as are hereto or incorporated by reference in the schedule. | 11. Immigration and Security Form 140-2-E (Attachment G) | ||
| 5. Reference Sheet (Attachment A) | 12. Tax Compliance Form SPD-SP045 (Attachment H) | ||
| 6. Pricing Sheet (Attachment B) | 13. Supplier General Information Worksheet SPD-SP042 (Attachment I) | ||
| 7. Site Visit schedule (Attachment C) | 14. Certification of Non-Collusion SPD-SP012 (Attachment J) | ||
| ** SEE PAGES 12-21 FOR SPECIFICATIONS & BID REQUIREMENTS IDENTIFIED AS ATTACHMENTS A-J |
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| Name and Title of Authorized Signee: | |
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RFQ: 2026-04 DD Claratel Care Homes - Construction
Date: 4/1/2026
RFQ: 2026-04 DD Claratel Care Homes - Construction RFQ Contact:
Service type: Construction Teiresias Jones Sr.
Mandatory BID MEETING: 4/21/2026 @ 10:00 AM Chief Financial Officer
Location of BID MEETING: 3053 Wesley Chapel Rd Office: (404)508-7728
Decatur, GA 30034 Email: teiresj@claratel.org
Bid Closing: 5/04/2026 @ 3:00 pm
CMAR Allocation: $ 1,655,000.00
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS MAY BE SUBMITTED VIA MAIL OR IN PERSON
Mailing Address: Physical Address (Drop offs):
Claratel Behavioral Health Claratel Behavioral Health
Attn: Purchasing Office Attn: Purchasing Office
P.O. Box 1648 445 Winn Way, 4th Floor
Decatur, GA 30031 Decatur, GA 30030
ALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING:
1. The attached Bidding Instructions, Terms and 8. Required Documentation (Attachment D)
Conditions.
2. Notice to Bidders 9. Compliance Standards (Attachment E
3. The schedule included below and/or attached hereto. 10. Code of Ethics (Attachment F)
4. Such other provisions, representations, certifications 11. Immigration and Security Form 140-2-E
and specifications as are hereto or incorporated by (Attachment G)
reference in
the schedule.
5. Reference Sheet (Attachment A) 12. Tax Compliance Form SPD-SP045
(Attachment H)
6. Pricing Sheet (Attachment B) 13. Supplier General Information Worksheet
SPD-SP042 (Attachment I)
7. Site Visit schedule (Attachment C) 14. Certification of Non-Collusion SPD-SP012
(Attachment J)
** SEE PAGES 12-21 FOR SPECIFICATIONS & BID REQUIREMENTS IDENTIFIED AS ATTACHMENTS A-J
BIDDER'S SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED ON ALL PAGES INDICATED
CAUTION: REAL ALL INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, SPECIFICATIONS, ETC IN DETAIL
In compliance with the above, the undersigned offers and agrees, if this bid be accepted within 90 days from the date of
opening, to furnish any or all the items upon which are quoted, at the price set opposite each item, delivered at the
designated point(s) within the time specified.
BIDDER WILL INDICATE TIME PAYMENT DISCOUNT
Bidder / Company:
Number and Street:
City, State, Zip
Name and Title of Authorized Signee:
Signature of Authorized Signee:
Date:
Contact Number:
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Bidding Instructions, Terms & Conditions
1. PREPARATION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS
(a) Bidders are expected to examine the specifications, samples and schedules and all
instructions. Failure to do so will be at the bidder's risk.
(b) Each bidder MUST furnish the information required by the bid form. The bidder
MUST sign each page requiring a signature. Bidder MUST also print or type his/her
name on all pages that apply in the bid. The person signing the bid must initial
erasures or other changes. Bids signed by an agent are to be accompanied by
evidence of his authority unless such evidence has been previously furnished to the
issuing office.
(c) Bid MUST be presented in a sealed envelope. All information regarding the closing
date, bid title and bid number must be on this envelope. If not properly identified,
bid will not be accepted.
(d) The not-to-exceed price must be listed for all items in the scope of work.
(e) Total price of bid MUST be listed on the first page of the Request for Quote.
(f) In order for a bid to be considered for award, the bidder must attend the mandatory
meeting.
(g) Please submit two copies of your bid.
2. EXPLANATION TO BIDDERS
Any explanations desired by a bidder regarding the meaning or interpretation of this Request
for Quote, drawings, specifications, etc., must be in writing and submitted to the email
address below by Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM. If any statement in the bidding
documents, specifications, plans, etc., appear ambiguous to the bidder, the bidder is
specifically instructed to make a written request to the Claratel Behavioral Health. The
request must be addressed as follows:
CLARATEL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
ATTN: TEIRESIAS JONES, SR
TEIRESJ@CLARATEL.ORG
Any information given to a prospective bidder concerning this bid will be in writing and
furnished via email to prospective bidders as an amendment to the Invitation, if such
information is necessary to bidders in submitting bids on the Invitation or if the lack of such
information would be prejudicial to uniformed bidders. Receipt of amendments by a bidder
must be acknowledged on the bid or via "Read Receipt" before the time set for closing of the
bid. ANY ORAL EXPLANATIONS OR INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BEFORE THE WRITTEN
AWARD OF THE BID WILL NOT BE BINDING. PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS ARE DEFINED AS
THOSE WHO ATTEND THE MANDATORY MEETING AND WHOSE NAME, EMAIL, AND
MAILING ADDRESS ARE RECORDED ON THE SITE VISIT ATTENDANCE ROSTER.
3. MODIFICATION AND CLARIFICATION OF THIS INVITATION
Any modification to the terms, conditions or specifications contained in this invitation must
be in writing. With the exception of the persons in the Purchasing Office of the Claratel
Behavioral Health specifically designated on the first page of this Invitation to Bid, or the
professional engineer designated for this purpose by the Claratel Behavioral Health, if any,
whose name, address, and telephone and facsimile numbers are set forth on the first page
of this invitation to bid, employees of the Claratel Behavioral Health are not authorized to
modify, interpret or clarify such terms, conditions or specifications, and bidders should not
rely on the presentments of employees or agents other than those with expressed authority
to make such presentations and then only if such modifications, interpretations, or
clarifications are set forth in writing and furnished to all prospective bidders as an
amendment to the Invitation.
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4. SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK BIDS
(a) Bids and modifications thereof shall be enclosed in sealed envelopes, addressed to
the office specified on the first page of the Invitation to Bid, with the name and
address of the bidder, the date and hour of closing, and the invitation number on
the face of the envelope. All bids submitted become the property of the Claratel
Behavioral Health.
FAX BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
(b) Bids cannot be withdrawn or corrected after the closing. However, the Board may
accept reduction and changes by the successful bidder that would be to the
advantage of the Claratel Behavioral Health.
(c) Bids MUST be signed. Any unsigned bids will be rejected as unresponsive.
(d) TAXES. The Claratel Behavioral Health is exempt from federal excise tax and Georgia
sales and use tax.
(e) TAX COMPLIANCE. Prior to awarding any contract exceeding $100,000.00 the
Claratel Behavioral Health must verify through the Department of Revenue (DOR)
that the selected supplier (including any of the supplier's affiliates) is not a prohibited
source as defined by (O.C.G.A.) Section 50-5-82. The supplier is required to complete
SPD-SP045 Tax Compliance Form. Attachment H For all competitive solicitations
posted directly to the Georgia Procurement Registry, the procurement professional
must attach SPD-SP042 Supplier General Information Worksheet*to prompt each
supplier to respond to this requirement. Attachment I
(f) Examination of Site. (When on-site work, services or installation of equipment is
required and where a mandatory meeting is required under the terms of the Request
for Quote). Submission of the bid will create a presumption that bidder has visited
the premises where the work or services or installation of equipment is to be
performed and has taken into consideration all conditions which might affect the
performance of the contract. No consideration will be given to any claim based on
lack of knowledge of existing conditions, except where existing conditions cannot be
reasonably ascertained through such a visit to the premises. No visit to the premises
prior to bid shall be permitted except (a) at the time of any mandatory meeting is
scheduled in the Request for Quote or (b) with the express written permission of the
Claratel Behavioral Health through the employer or architect or engineer named on
the first page of the Request for Quote. The Claratel Behavioral Health does not
warrant that the premises will not be changed prior to the commencement of
performance. If upon beginning of performance the successful bidder determines
that the conditions are different from the conditions at the time of the bidder's pre-
bid visit to the premises, the bidder must immediately give notice to the Claratel
Behavioral Health otherwise any claim based on such difference is forever waived.
No bid will be accepted from a bidder who does not attend a Mandatory Meeting.
(g) Insurance. All bidders are required to submit along with their bids, certificates
of insurance, evidencing the insurance requirements under this agreement.
Failure to provide these requirements will result in bid being rejected.
(h) Patent, Copyright Indemnity: Except as otherwise provided, the successful bidder
agrees to indemnify the Claratel Behavioral Health and its officers, agents and
employees against liability and the costs and expenses of defending any claim of
liability for infringement of any patent or copyright covering any matter supplied or
used or produced in the performance of this contract.
(i) Bids must be submitted bearing an original signature ONLY. Copies not bearing an
original signature, including facsimile, will not be considered.
5. LATE BIDS AND MODIFICATIONS OR WITHDRAWALS.
Bids and modifications or withdrawals received at the office designated in the Request for
Quote after the exact time set for the closing of bids will not be considered.
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6. DISCOUNTS
(a). Trade and time payments discounts will be considered in arriving at net prices and in
making the award. However, offers of discount for payment within 10 days following the end
of the month are preferred.
(b) In connection with any discount offered, time will be computed from date of invoice or
from the date of corrected invoice or voucher is received by the Claratel Behavioral Health
at the address stated in the contract for the submission of invoices. Payment is deemed to
be made, for the purpose of earning a discount, on the date of the Claratel Behavioral Health
check unless the check is not mailed on that date or the following day as shown by the
postmark.
7. CERTIFICATION OF INDEPENDENT PRICE DETERMINATION
By submission of this bid, the bidder certifies, and in the case of joint bid each party thereto
certifies as to its own organization, that in connection with this procurement:
(a) The prices in this bid have been arrived at independently, without consultation,
communication or agreement, for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter
relating to such prices with any other bidder or with any competitor.
(b) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices, which have been quoted in this bid, have
not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not knowingly be disclosed by the
bidder prior to the opening, directly or indirectly to any other bidder or to any competitor.
(c) No attempt has been made or will be made by the bidder to induce any bidder or any
competitor or other person or firm to submit or not to submit a bid or to withdraw a bid.
(d) No attempt has been made or will be made by the bidder to induce any bidder or any
competitor or other person or firm to submit a bid higher than the bidder's bid.
8. THE CLARATEL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - FURNISHED PROPERTY
The Claratel Behavioral Health will furnish no material, labor, or facilities unless otherwise
provided for in the Request for Quote or in any plans or specifications referenced in the
Request for Quote.
9. DEFAULT
The award as a result of bids received under this invitation may be based in part on delivery
factor. Accordingly, should delivery not be made within and at the time or times stated in
bid, the successful bidder may be declared in default of contract. In such event, in addition
to and not in lieu of other remedies and damages available to it, the Claratel Behavioral
Health may purchase in the open market, by invitation to bid, request for proposals, or by
negotiated purchase, the work, goods or services from another source and collect from
bidder, as the defaulting party, the excess cost to the Claratel Behavioral Health which
resulted from such open market purchase.
10. NON-COMPLIANCE WITH THIS INVITATON. Failure to observe any of the instructions
and conditions in this Request for Quote may constitute grounds for rejection.
11. CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION. (O.C.G.A.) Section 50-5-67 requires suppliers to
certify during the bidding process that collusive bidding (i.e., fixed bidding or other
agreements between suppliers to "rig" the bidding process) has not occurred. Therefore, the
solicitation must contain a certificate of non-collusion, which must be signed by an
authorized representative of the supplier. Such a person must include his or her title and,
if requested, must supply verification of authority to bind the company in contract. THE
CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION STATES: "I certify that this bid (proposal) is made
prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm or person sub-
mitting a bid (proposal) for the same materials, supplies, or equipment, and is in all respects
fair and without collusion or fraud. I understand that collusive bidding is a violation of
State and Federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences and civil damage awards. I
agree to abide by all conditions of this bid (proposal) and certify that I am authorized to sign
this bid (proposal) for the bidder (offeror). Attachment J
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12. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS - (Coverage, Limits and Endorsements)
Along with the submission of your bid, each bidder is required to furnish certificates of
insurance evidencing the following insurance:
A. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY (CGL)
The successful bidder shall procure and maintain during the term of the contract
performance a Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy, including products and
completed operations liability and contractual liability coverage, protecting against liability
for bodily injury, property damage liability, and personal injury liability. The policy or
policies shall name the Claratel Behavioral Health and the State of Georgia and their
respective officers, agents and employees as additional insurers. The CGL policy must
provide primary limits for any claims not covered by the Georgia Tort Claims Act. The policy
or policies must be on an "occurrence" basis unless waived by the DeKalb CSB. The CGL
policy must be issued by a company authorized to conduct business in the State of Georgia
or by a company acceptable to the DeKalb CSB, if the company is an alien insurer.
Excess liability coverage may be used in combination with the base policy to obtain
the below limits.
Limits: $1,000,000 per Person
$3,000,000 per Occurrence
The certificate of insurance for such insurance shall name the Claratel Behavioral Health
as the Certificate Holder and shall be delivered to the Claratel Behavioral Health prior to
beginning performance of the contract.
B. WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE
The successful bidder shall procure and maintain during the term of the contract
performance workers' compensation insurance insuring against liability under the workers'
compensation act, with limits equal to the statutory limits as established by the General
Assembly of the State of Georgia. (NOTE: A self-insurer must submit a certificate from the
State Board of Workers' Compensation stating the Contractor qualifies to pay its own
workers' compensation claims). The workers' compensation policy must include Coverage B
- Employer's liability limits of:
Bodily Injury by Accident - $500,000 each accident
Bodily Injury by Disease - $500,000 each employee
Bodily Injury by Disease - $500,000 policy limit
Excess liability coverage may be used in combination with the base policy to obtain
these limits. The bidder who is awarded the contract shall require all contractors and
subcontractors performing work under the awarded contract to obtain an insurance
certificate showing proof of Workers' Compensation Coverage.
The certificate of insurance for such insurance shall name the contractor as the
Certificate Holder and a copy of the certificate shall be delivered to the Claratel
Behavioral Health prior to beginning performance of the contract.
13. INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
Bidder who is awarded a contract must waive, release, relinquish, discharge and agree to
indemnify, protect, save harmless the Claratel Behavioral Health and the State of Georgia
(including the State Tort Claims Trust Fund and other self insured funds) and their
respective officers, employees, and agents of and from any and all liabilities, and the costs
and expenses (including attorney's fees) of defending against claims of such liability, for
bodily injury (including death), personal injury, and property damage, caused by, growing
out of, or otherwise happening in connection with the awarded contract due to any act or
omission on the part of the contractor, its agents, employees or others working at the
direction of contractor or on its behalf, or due to any breach of this contract by the
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contractor, or due to the application or violation of any pertinent Federal, State or local laws,
rules or regulations by the contractor. This indemnification applies whether: (a) the activities
giving rise to the liability or claim of liability involved third parties or employees or agents of
the contractor or of the Claratel Behavioral Health and other indemnified persons; (b) the
Claratel Behavioral Health and any of the indemnified persons caused, contributed to, or
aggravated the injury or loss or damage; provided however, this indemnification does not
apply to the extent of the sole negligence of the Claratel Behavioral Health, or the State of
Georgia, or their respective officers, employees, or
agents. This indemnification extends to the successors and assigns of the contractor, and
this indemnification survives the termination of the contract and the dissolution or, to the
extent allowed by law, the bankruptcy of the contractor. If and to the extent such damage
or loss as covered by this
indemnification is covered by the State Tort Claims Fund established and maintained by the
State of Georgia, Department of Administrative Services (DOAS); the contractor agrees to
reimburse the Fund for such monies paid out by the Fund.
To the full extent permitted by the Constitution and the laws of the State of Georgia, the
contractor and its insurers waive any right of subrogation against the State of Georgia, or
the Claratel Behavioral Health or their officers, employees and agents, the State Tort Claims
Liability Fund and insurers participating thereunder, to the full extent of this
indemnification.
14. CONFIDENTIALITY
The Contractor agrees to and shall require its personnel to abide by all State and Federal
laws, rules and regulations and the Claratel Behavioral Health policies respecting
confidentiality of any written or oral information concerning any individual served by the
Claratel Behavioral Health. Furthermore contractor may be required to have each employee
involved in this agreement sign and date a Confidentiality Agreement prior to the start of
this contract. Contractor further agrees not to disclose, and shall not permit its personnel
to disclose, any information concerning any individual served by the Claratel Behavioral
Health to any person unless such disclosure is specifically authorized by the Claratel
Behavioral Health. This obligation survives the expiration or early termination of this
contract.
15. LEGAL COMPLIANCE
Work, goods, or services offered in this bid must comply with all Federal, State and Local
laws and regulations as applicable on date of delivery. The successful bidder must have all
licenses, certifications, and permits required under all Federal, State, and local laws and
regulations necessary to perform the bid if successful at time of the submission of the bid,
at the time of the commencement of performance, and at all times during the term of the
contract. The Claratel Behavioral Health may require that the bidder provide a copy of such
licenses, certifications, and permits prior to the award to the successor bidder and, as to
the successful bidder, at any time during the term of the contract.
16. SALARY/TAXES/INSURANCE/FLSA
Contractor agrees to pay all salaries, and all FICA and Medicare taxes, Federal and State
Unemployment Insurance and any similar taxes imposed on Contractor by reason of
Contractor's employment of or compensation paid to employees of Contractor and withhold
and remit to appropriate authorities all Federal and State income, FICA, Medicare and other
taxes required to be withheld from compensation to them. Contractor is required to comply
with the Fair Labor Standards Act so that its compensation to its employees comply with
the minimum wage and overtime premium requirements of that Act.
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17. WORK STANDARDS
The contractor shall provide services as required under this contract in accordance with
generally accepted practices and standards. The Contractor further agrees that upon
request by the Claratel Behavioral Health, it will reassign any of its employees who in the
opinion of the Claratel Behavioral Health are not satisfactory.
18. NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Contractor will not willfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
19. FAILURE TO PERFORM
In the event the Contractor fails to comply with the terms of the contract, including
requirements governing the quality of service or the schedule for performance of its duties
under this Agreement, the Claratel Behavioral Health may provide written notice thereof to
the Contractor. The notice may identify specific incidents or circumstances comprising the
conditions complained of. In the event such conditions, but only those which are a violation
of the terms of this contract, are not thereafter corrected, then the Claratel Behavioral Health
reserves the right to withhold payments otherwise due under this Agreement until such
violation is cured.
20. MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
No modifications or alterations of this Agreement will be valid or effective unless such
modification or alteration is made in writing referencing this Agreement and signed by
authorized representatives of each party.
21. RE-NEGOTIATION
This Agreement is subject to re-negotiation to meet any new requirements and regulations
that may be issued by either the Claratel Behavioral Health or an agency of the Federal or
State government.
22. TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated by the Claratel Behavioral Health, without cause upon
thirty-(30) day prior written notice to the Contractor. The Claratel Behavioral Health may
terminate this Agreement immediately with cause upon notice to the Contractor. Cause
means a violation of the confidentiality requirements of this contract or the violation of any
provision of this agreement which in the good faith judgment of the Claratel Behavioral
Health poses a threat to the safe and orderly operation of any facility being serviced,
including the safety and well being of its consumers or employees.
22. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS including FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAWS
Contractor agrees that all work done as part of this Agreement will comply fully with all
administrative and other requirements established by Federal and State laws and
regulations and standards, and assumes responsibility for full compliance with all such
laws, regulations and standards, and agrees to fully reimburse the Claratel Behavioral
Health for any loss of funds or resources resulting from non-compliance by the Contractor,
its staff, agents or subcontractors as revealed in any subsequent audits. In addition,
contractor agrees that all services provided shall meet standards established by the
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and the Department of
Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), where applicable.
The contractor agrees that throughout the performance of the contract it will remain in full
compliance with all federal immigration laws, including but not limited to provisions 8 USC
1324a regarding the unlawful employment of unauthorized aliens. Contractor will ensure
that only persons who are citizens or nationals of the United States or non-citizens
authorized under federal immigration law are employed to perform services under this
contract or any subcontract hereunder.
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"Pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006, contractors are
required to register and participate in the federal work authorization program. For a bid
under this RFQ to be considered by the Claratel Behavioral Health, the bid must include a
signed, notarized affidavit from the contractor attesting to the following.
Attachment G
(A)The affiant has registered with, is authorized to use, and uses the federal work
authorization program.
(B) The user identification number and date of authorization for the affiant.
(C) The affiant will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the
contract period; and
(D) The affiant will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such
contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit to the contractor with the same
information required by subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of this paragraph.
Contractors and subcontractors who have no employees and who do not hire or intend to
hire employees for purposes of satisfying or completing the terms and conditions of any part
or all of this contract with the Claratel Behavioral Health instead may provide a copy of their
state issued driver's license or state issued identification card. A driver's license or
identification card shall only be accepted in lieu of an affidavit if it is issued by a state within
the United States and such state verifies lawful immigration status prior to issuing a driver's
license or identification card. A list of such states is available on the Attorney General's
website."
23. GOVERNING LAW
The laws of the State of Georgia shall govern this contract.
24. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Contractor and its employees assigned to perform services under this Agreement shall be at
all times duly licensed, certified, or permitted in the State of Georgia to provide the services
required under this Agreement and shall maintain any license, certificate, or permit required
by DeKalb County or any municipality in which the Claratel Behavioral Health's facilities
are located in order to permit Contractor lawfully to perform this Agreement.
25. NON-WAIVER
The failure by the Claratel Behavioral Health to take action or make any objection to the
failure by contract to comply with this contract shall not deemed a waiver of such failure
and the Claratel Behavioral Health may exercise any remedy on account of such failure at
any time. A claim of waiver against the Claratel Behavioral Health shall not be valid unless
such waiver is set forth in writing referencing this agreement and the term or action waived
and signed by an authorized officer of the Claratel Behavioral Health. A waiver by the
Claratel Behavioral Health of any breach by contractor of any provision of this contract shall
not be deemed to be a waiver of such provision on any subsequent breach of the same or
any other provision contained in this Agreement and shall not establish a course of
performance between the parties contradictory of the terms thereof.
26. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
The Contractor, and the agents and employees of the Contractor, in the performance of this
Agreement, shall act in an independent capacity and not as officers, employees, or agents
of the Claratel Behavioral Health.
27. CERTIFICATE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Contractor certifies that a drug-free workplace will be provided for its employees during the
performance of the Agreement, pursuant to subsection (a) O.C.G.A. section 50-24-3; and if
the contractor hires a subcontractor (which is prohibited by this contract without the
consent of the Claratel Behavioral Health) to work in that drug free workplace, the contractor
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shall secure from that subcontractor the written certification required by O.C.G.A. section
50-24-3 (a) (2).
28. REQUIREMENTS
The contractor shall prior to assigning an employee to duty under this contract submit proof
that the employee has been fingerprinted, that the contractor completed within the 60 days
preceding the assignment a background check (including obtaining a criminal history
record) for the employee, and that the employee had a negative drug screen within the 60
days preceding the assignment.
29. PROVIDER MANUAL
Contractor is advised that there is a Provider Manual for Community Health,
Developmental Disabilities and Addictive Diseases providers under contract with the
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities at
https://dbhdd.georgia.gov site "Provider Information". A copy is also available for review
during normal business hours on the 4th floor of the Richardson Building, 445 Winn Way,
Decatur, Georgia 30030.
Bidder / Company:
Number and Street:
City, State, Zip
Name and Title of Authorized
Signee:
Signature of Authorized Signee:
Date:
Contact Number:
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RFQ: 2026-04 DD Claratel Care Homes - Construction
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
THIS FORM IS TO BE SIGNED AND RETURNED WITH YOUR BID
THE BIDDER MUST SIGN THIS FORM WHICH MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF THE BID.
UNSIGNED BIDS, INCLUDING ANY FORM REQUIRED TO BE SIGNED, WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED
The enclosed (or attached) bid in response to RFQ: 2026-04 DD Claratel Care
Homes - Construction is a firm offer, as defined by the Georgia Code (O.C.G.A. 11-
2-205), by the undersigned bidder. This offer shall remain open for acceptance for
a period of ninety (90) days from the date of the closing of the bids, as set out in
the Request for Quote.
Bidder / Company:
Number and Street:
City, State, Zip
Name and Title of Authorized
Signee:
Signature of Authorized Signee:
Date:
Contact Number:
BID MUST BE SIGNED
UNSIGNED BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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