DOH61126 WIC Farmers Marker Nutrition Program (FMNP) Training RFP- Final.pdfDOH61126 WIC Farmers Marker Nutrition Program (FMNP) Training RFP- Final.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health, Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program for recruitment, training, and support services related to the electronic WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP). The ODH seeks proposals to facilitate the modernization of the WIC FMNP, which has operated since 1992 using paper vouchers, by transitioning to electronic benefits (e-benefits) delivery. The selected contractor will be responsible for recruiting and training farmers and farmers' markets to participate in the electronic system, as well as providing ongoing support to ensure successful program implementation and increased participation and redemption of benefits by WIC participants purchasing fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. This modernization aligns with the Ohio Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program's transition to e-benefits in 2024 through the Homegrown online application.

The RFP does not specify detailed pricing terms, set-asides, or exact contract duration and renewal options in the available documentation. However, the initiative represents a significant operational shift from paper-based to electronic benefits administration, requiring contractor expertise in farmer recruitment strategies, digital platform training delivery, and technical support capabilities. The project is funded through the ODH's WIC program budget and addresses the current environment of modernization across Ohio's benefit distribution systems. Interested bidders should anticipate comprehensive scope requirements related to stakeholder engagement, training curriculum development, implementation support, and performance metrics to track program success.