DriveLine Solutions & Compliance
Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (CTPA)
Service Agreement
SAP Return-to-Duty & Follow-Up Testing Program
Address: 3900 Crown Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30304
1. Parties
1.1 CTPA
"Company" - DriveLine Solutions & Compliance, a federally registered
Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (CTPA) in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol
Clearinghouse, with principal offices at 3900 Crown Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30304.
1.2 Driver/Employer
"Client" - The undersigned CDL holder who, for DOT compliance purposes, will act as his/her own employer in the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
2. Purpose & Scope
(a) Provide DOT-compliant Return-to-Duty (RTD) and Step 6 SAP follow-up testing
services, recordkeeping, and Clearinghouse reporting for Client.
(b) Enroll Client in Company's random testing pool and manage all required drug &
alcohol testing in accordance with 49 CFR Part 40 and Part 382.
3. Regulatory Acknowledgements
3.1 Eployer Designation
Client affirms that he/she is the Employer of Record in the FMCSA Clearinghouse (with
or without a USDOT #) and has formally designated DriveLine Solutions & Compliance
as CTPA
3.2 Legal Responsibility
Client understands that only the Employer (Client) bears ultimate legal responsibility
for compliance with all DOT/FMCSA drug & alcohol regulations.
3.3 Company Role
Company will act solely as an agent to facilitate collection, laboratory analysis, MRO
review, random selections, SAP follow-ups, and Clearinghouse submissions.
4. Client Obligations
(a) Maintain an active Employer account in the Clearinghouse and immediately update
any changes (e.g., DOT #, DER contact).
(b) Provide Company with: - Signed SAP Follow-Up Plan - Negative RTD test result
(Step 5) - Current driver contact information
(c) Appear for all scheduled tests on the dates/times directed by Company.
(d) Pay all fees (see Section 9) promptly; non-payment may suspend services and halt
follow-up testing.
(e) Retain copies of all compliance records supplied by Company for no less than five
(5) years.
(f) Client agrees to receive all communications, invoices, and notifications
electronically at the email address on file, and acknowledges this meets any written
notice requirement under DOT rules.
5. Company Responsibilities
(a) Maintain CTPA registration, qualified lab network, certified collectors, and Medical
Review Officer (MRO) contracts.
(b) Follow Client's SAP Follow-Up Plan for test frequency, type, and duration.
(c) Schedule/monitor tests, secure chain-of-custody, receive MRO-verified results, and
submit all required reports to the Clearinghouse within mandated timelines.
(d) Provide Client with electronic copies of all records for audit purposes.
(e) Retain records for the minimum period required by 49 CFR §40.333 (five years).
(f) File storage and management is included at no additional charge.
(g) Test results and follow-up plans will be sent to any future employer free of charge
upon request.
Note: Company is not responsible for obtaining or maintaining Client's DOT operating
authority, insurance, or unrelated FMCSA requirements.
6. Designated Employer Representative (DER)
Unless otherwise indicated, Client designates himself/herself as DER. Client may
optionally authorize Company to act as DER by checking the box below:
☐ DER Designation: Client authorizes DriveLine Solutions & Compliance to serve as
DER for all drug & alcohol testing matters.
If authorized, Company will handle all test notifications, scheduling, and
Clearinghouse actions on behalf of Client as DER. Client remains responsible for
regulatory compliance.
7. Representations & Warranties
7.1 Client Representations
Information supplied is true and complete
Will not operate a commercial motor vehicle in a DOT safety-sensitive function
until compliant
7.2 Company Representations
Holds all licenses/registrations required to operate as a CTPA
Will perform services in a commercially reasonable, good-faith manner
consistent with DOT regulations
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED, COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
8. Indemnification & Hold Harmless
Client shall defend, indemnify, and hold DriveLine Solutions & Compliance, its officers,
employees, and agents harmless from any claims, fines, penalties, or liabilities arising
from:
(a) Client's failure to follow DOT regulations, SAP directives, or testing instructions;
(b) False, incomplete, or misleading information supplied by Client;
(c) Client's operation of a CMV before completion of RTD/Follow-Up requirements.
9. Fees & Payment
Step 5 (RTD) Testing Plan
$150 (includes the cost of the drug test)
If an alcohol test is required, add $65
Includes file storage and management
Includes sending test results or follow-up plans to any future employer free of
charge
Clearinghouse Queries
2.50)
Step 6 (Follow-Up) Testing Plan
$175 (includes the cost of the first follow-up test, enrollment in our drug &
alcohol consortium, and file storage/management)
Additional follow-up tests will be scheduled as required by the SAP plan. These
tests will be invoiced at our standard test rate upon completion and receipt of
results unless otherwise pre-paid by the Client.
Includes sending test results or follow-up plans to any future employer free of
charge
Payment Terms
Invoices are due within 15 days. Balances over 30 days incur 1.5% monthly interest.
Non-payment suspends service and may be reported to FMCSA as non-compliance.
10. Limitation of Liability
Company's total cumulative liability under this Agreement shall not exceed the total
fees paid by Client in the preceding twelve (12) months. Company shall not be liable
for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages.
1.25 ∗ ∗each(2requiredperclient;total ∗ ∗
11. Term & Termination
11.1 Term
Effective on the date signed and continues until the SAP Follow-Up Plan is complete or
either party terminates with 30 days' written notice.
11.2 Immediate Termination
Company may terminate immediately if Client: - Fails to pay fees - Provides false
information - Violates DOT drug/alcohol rules - Revokes CTPA designation
Upon termination, Client remains responsible for all outstanding fees and arranging
alternate compliance services.
12. Audit Cooperation
Client agrees to fully cooperate with any DOT/FMCSA audit or investigation and
authorizes Company to release relevant records to regulators. Client will timely
provide additional documents requested by auditors.
13. Confidentiality & Data Privacy
Both parties will keep driver records confidential except as required for DOT
compliance or by law. Electronic data will be stored securely and access-controlled.
14. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Georgia. Any dispute shall be
resolved through binding arbitration in Fulton County, Georgia in accordance with
AAA commercial rules. Each party bears its own costs.
15. Miscellaneous
Severability: If any provision is held invalid, remaining provisions remain in
effect.
Entire Agreement: Supersedes all prior agreements or representations.
Amendments: Only in writing, signed by both parties.
Electronic Signature: Signatures executed electronically shall be deemed
originals.
This document serves as a legally binding agreement between DriveLine Solutions & Compliance and the Client for DOT compliance services.