Opioid Abatement Program

The City of Norfolk’s Opioid Abatement Program seeks qualified service providers to deliver innovative, evidence-based treatment, prevention, and recovery support services aimed at addressing opioid abuse within the community. Funded through litigation settlements governed by the Virginia Opioid Fund and Settlement Allocation Memorandum of Understanding, these contracts are strictly bound by state statutory obligations and local City Council resolutions, notably Virginia Code § 2.2-2370(A) and Resolution No. 1890. The solicitation (RFP 11063-0-2026/JF), issued on April 20, 2026, invites proposals with a submission deadline of May 19, 2026, emphasizing compliance with the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority’s "Gold Standard" for settlement fund usage. The program prioritizes expanding access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), reducing overdose incidents, and serving equity-focused populations within Norfolk. Contractors must operate within city limits and demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with SAMHSA and DBHDS evidence-based models. The contract term is up to 12 months with potential renewal for four additional years, contingent on performance and funding. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale, heavily weighting evidence-based approaches (40%) and creativity (20%), alongside equity, performance measurement, and organizational qualifications. The award utilizes a best-value trade-off process, allowing negotiation beyond lowest price considerations. Mandatory certifications cover compliance with federal and state laws, including immigration, business authorization in Virginia, and debarment/suspension status. Key contract provisions require personnel licensing per Virginia Department of Health Professions standards and strict data privacy and security measures for handling personally identifiable information. Subcontracting, especially for opioid remediation services, is restricted without prior City approval. Payment is processed electronically contingent on proper documentation, with no specified contract value disclosed. The solicitation mandates electronic proposal submission with proprietary information clearly marked, and no physical packaging or physical goods are involved, as the contract pertains exclusively to service delivery within the Norfolk community.