Bid 202703- round 2

The Queen Anne’s County Department of Health is seeking a Community-Based African American serving organization to partner with its prevention staff to implement countywide activities and events. The primary objective is to educate the community and raise awareness regarding the dangers of substance use, with a specific emphasis on alcohol, other drugs, and underage tobacco use, including menthol products and vaping. The scope of work requires the selected vendor to collaborate with two grassroots organizations, conduct two community engagement activities, attend at least four wellness coalition meetings between July 2026 and June 2027, and manage advertising across various media platforms. Additionally, the vendor must participate in training for prevention community and youth engagement. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract with a performance period extending through June 30, 2027. Multiple awards may be made to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency, with extra consideration given to vendors located in Queen Anne’s County or surrounding areas. Applicants must provide an all-inclusive cost proposal, three business references, and detailed evidence of their experience in prevention services and community collaboration. Payment is processed via purchase order within four weeks of invoice submission, subject to the approval of quarterly reports and documentation. Awardees must comply with various Maryland state requirements, including the Strategic Data Initiative Survey, a Risk Assessment Questionnaire, and a Business Associate Agreement. Responses are due by November 11, 2026.