Law Enforcement Officer Support for Tobacco Retailer Sale Compliance Checks: EXTENDED

This contract involves supporting law enforcement efforts to ensure compliance with tobacco sales regulations within Cecil County, Maryland. The primary responsibility is for active or retired law enforcement officers (ARLEOs) to conduct annual compliance checks at all licensed tobacco retail locations in the county. These checks utilize underage purchasers aged between 18 and 20 to attempt tobacco product purchases, with violations resulting in citations issued to the responsible sales personnel. The ARLEOs are also tasked with documenting the outcomes of these checks using the Counter Tools web-based Point-of-Sale-Toolkit (POST), which aids in data collection and monitoring. Follow-up compliance checks are conducted for retailers cited for violations to ensure ongoing adherence to tobacco sales laws. The contract, valued between $50,000 and $150,000, is managed by Cecil County’s Maryland office, with a primary point of contact being Connie S Kamit. The project aims to enhance tobacco retail compliance through coordinated enforcement activities, supporting public health initiatives to prevent underage tobacco sales. The solicitation was posted on November 12, 2024, with responses due by December 19, 2024. More information about the project can be accessed through the provided online procurement portal.