LETTER_OF_INTEREST:_Washington_County_Naloxone_Distribution_Center.pdf

LETTER OF INTEREST

LETTER OF INTEREST: WASHINGTON COUNTY NALOXONE

DISTRIBUTION CENTER

(NO. 2026.074-LOI)

FOR

Washington County, Oregon

RELEASE DATE: August 21, 2026 DEADLINE FOR QUESTIONS: August 28, 2026

RESPONSE DEADLINE: September 4, 2026, 2:00 pm

RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO:

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/washington-county-or

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

1. Introduction

2. Scope of Work

3. Vendor Questionnaire

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

1. 1. Introduction

1. 1.1. Summary

Washington County Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, Addictions Program, seeks to contract with a qualified provider to deliver the following services from July 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028, as follows:

Operate a Naloxone Distribution Center to provide naloxone to organizations serving people at high-risk of overdose in Washington County.

2. 1.2. Background

Per Washington County Rules of Procurement 10 120(3) – Competitive Process – Personal Service Contracts:

Notwithstanding any other provision in these rules, for personal services contracts, the County may use a Letter of Interest process, which requires any prospective proposer(s) to submit a response by the given deadline to notify the County of their interest in performing the work or responding to an RFP. If the number of interested proposers who submit a response does not exceed the number of contracts available, the County reserves the right to negotiate a contract(s) with those responder(s) and forego the RFP process.

3. 1.3. Contact Information

Kiersten Vanderhoof Senior Procurement Analyst 155 North First Ave, Ste 270, MS 28 Hillsboro, OR 97124 Email: kiersten_vanderhoof@washingtoncountyor.gov Phone: (503) 846-3585 Department:

HHS

4. 1.4. Timeline

Release Project Date August 21, 2026

Question Submission Deadline August 28, 2026, 5:00pm

Submission Deadline September 4, 2026, 2:00pm mailto:kiersten_vanderhoof@washingtoncountyor.gov tel:(503)846-3585

Contractor Selection Date September 11, 2026

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

2. 2. Scope of Work

1. 2.1. Scope of Work

Operate a Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center to increase community access to naloxone. The program would ensure that naloxone is distributed equitably to organizations that serve Washington County residents at high-risk of overdose, including Behavioral Health service providers, Behavioral Health Resource Network providers (BHRN), peer-delivered service providers, housing partners, and other Community-Based Organizations or groups that serve people who use drugs or are in recovery.

This program will expand upon existing access points and the quantity of naloxone for distribution in Washington County. The Provider will ensure that services are accessible across all geographic areas of the county (including rural and unincorporated areas) and will proactively offer them to historically excluded communities.

The Provider shall be responsible for the following:

1. Distribute naloxone and provide overdose prevention education in accordance with Oregon law, applicable Oregon Health Authority guidance, and the Oregon Statewide Standing Order to Dispense Naloxone, in accordance with ORS 689.800 through 689.808.

2. Distribute a minimum of 2,400 naloxone doses per quarter.

3. Distribute naloxone to a minimum of ten (10) different organizations per quarter.

4. Deliver naloxone trainings to no less than six (6) different organizations, or to no less than 100 unique participants per quarter.

5. Provide services that are evidence-based and/or follow promising practices.

6. Develop and implement quality assurance and quality improvement processes to improve the quality of services progressively.

7. Maintain regular communication and participate in regular contract check-ins with Washington County Addictions.

8. Participate in service compliance reviews.

9. Comply with 42 CFR Part 2 at all times.

10. Develop a written Naloxone Distribution Center policy and procedures available to Washington County upon request.

11. Submit a quarterly report in accordance with Washington County contract expectations;

and,

12. Submit invoices in accordance with Washington County contract expectations.

Funding for these services will be provided by the Washington County Addictions Program.

Washington County does not guarantee equal funding for each contractor. Contract amounts will be based on services provided, utilization, capacity to deliver services, and negotiated budget, with the ability to increase based on the need for services and the county's need to disperse. Contract terms are for each year with an option to renew for five years. Contracts are subject to the availability of funds.

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

2. 2.2. Qualifications

To qualify for the work outlined in this LOI, proposers must meet all five (5) of the following criteria at the time the proposal is submitted.

1. Provider must have and maintain General Liability ($500K), Worker’s Compensation, Automobile Liability w/ additional insured endorsement ($1M/$2M), Professional Liability ($1M/$3M), Cyber-Security Insurance, and Sexual Abuse & Molestation Liability ($3M coverage required when providing services to vulnerable populations) prior to contract execution. If insurance requirements change, the provider must adhere to the new requirements.

2. Provider must own or lease at least one facility within Washington County prior to submitting the Letter of Intent (LOI). The facility should be suitable for the safe storage of naloxone supplies and related materials, have a minimum of 200 square feet, and be used for naloxone distribution efforts and related training.

3. Provider must have at least two (2) years of direct experience working with individuals with problematic substance use, and 2 years of experience working with community organizations and businesses that serve individuals with problematic substance use.

4. Provider must have at least two (2) years of experience delivering naloxone and/or other supplies to reduce the harms of substance use for high-risk individuals, or for businesses and/or organizations serving high-risk individuals in Washington County.

5. Provider must have at least one (1) year of experience providing training to members of the community on naloxone administration.

3. 2.3. LOI Response Instructions

The LOI response must include all of the following:

1. Confirmation that the respondent will deliver the Scope of Work as described;

2. Confirmation that the respondent will adhere to the responsibilities outlined in Scope of Work and Qualifications;

3. Confirmation that the respondent meets all qualifications outlined.

If necessary, a “Request for Proposal” process will be engaged post-LOI process. All LOI respondents will be notified re: qualifications to provide the Scope of Work described above and subsequent RFP process, if needed.

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

3. 4. Vendor Questionnaire

The County reserves the right to request references and verify qualifications prior to contract award.

1. 1. Letter of Interest* I acknowledge that submitting a response to this Letter of Interest signifies interst in performing the service(s) and submitting a proposal to an RFP if one is issued these services.

☐ Yes

☐ No *Response required

2. 2. Electronic Submittal* By electronically submitting this response the Supplier attests and certifies that:

1. Person completing this response represents that I am either authorized to bind the Supplier, or that I am submitting the Response on behalf of and at the direction of the Suppliers's representative authorized to contractually bind the Supplier.

2. I represent that the Supplier or its applicable representative(s) has reviewed the information contained in this Solicitation Package and that the information submitted is accurate.

3. Respondent agrees that the action of electronically submitting its response constitutes:

a. an electronic signature on the responses, generally,

b. an agreement to conduct business electronically,

c. an electronic signature on any form or section specifically calling for a signature, and

d. an affirmative agreement to any statement contained in the solicitation that requires a definite confirmation or acknowledgement.

☐ Yes

☐ No *Response required

3. 3. Information* Provide individual or business name, contact: name, phone number, and email address.

*Response required

4. 4. Past Employment* Have you or a member of your staff been employed by Washington County in the last six months?

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

☐ Yes

☐ No *Response required

5. 5. Tax* The responder hereby certifies that they have complied with the tax laws of Oregon and all political subdivision of the State of Oregon, including ORS 305.620 and ORS chapters 316, 317 and 318. Responder understands that Washington County may terminate any contract if contractor fails to comply with any tax laws during the term of the contract.

☐ Yes

☐ No *Response required

6. 6. Oregon Secretary of State Business Registry* Enter your registry number without dashes or spaces. If you are not currently registered enter N/A. If you are the successful bidder you will be required to register with the Secretary of State in order to contract with the County, per OAR 125-246-0330.

*Response required

7. 7. Solicitation Awareness* How did you find out about this opportunity?

Select all that apply

☐ Oregon Buys

☐ Link was emailed directly to me

☐ Washington County Website

☐ DJC Oregon, Portland Tribune or other printed media

☐ Twitter, Facebook or other social media

☐ Planning Center, Plan room. etc

☐ Tradeshow/ Outreach Event

☐ Trade or Outreach printed publication *Response required

8. 8. Insurance Requirements* Provider understands and will comply with the following.

To qualify for the work outlined in this LOI, proposers must meet all five (5) of the following criteria at the time the proposal is submitted.

Provider must have and maintain General Liability ($500K), Worker’s Compensation, Automobile Liability w/ additional insured endorsement ($1M/$2M), Professional Liability ($1M/$3M), Cyber-Security Insurance, and Sexual Abuse & Molestation Liability ($3M coverage required when providing services to vulnerable populations) prior to contract execution. If insurance requirements change, the provider must adhere to the new requirements.

LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

☐ Yes

☐ No *Response required

9. 9. Confirm experience* Provider must have at least two (2) years of direct experience working with individuals with problematic substance use, and 2 years of experience working with community organizations and businesses that serve individuals with problematic substance use.

☐ Please confirm *Response required

10. 10. Confirm Experience with Naloxone Delivery* Provider must have at least two (2) years of experience delivering naloxone and/or other supplies to reduce the harms of substance use for high-risk individuals, or for businesses and/or organizations serving high-risk individuals in Washington County.

☐ Please confirm *Response required

11. 11. Confirmation of Training Experience* Provider must have at least one (1) year of experience providing training to members of the community on naloxone administration.

☐ Please confirm *Response required

12. 12. Location Requirement* Provider must own or lease at least one facility within Washington County prior to submitting the Letter of Intent (LOI). The facility should be suitable for the safe storage of naloxone supplies and related materials, have a minimum of 200 square feet, and be used for naloxone distribution efforts and related training.

Enter the address of the location that you currently own or lease.

*Response required

13. 13. Insurance Requirements* Confirm undestanding of the requirement below.

Provider must maintain all required insurance coverage, including; General Liability ($500K), Worker’s Compensation, Automobile Liability w/ additional insured endorsement ($1M/$2M), Professional Liability ($1M/$3M), Cyber-Security Insurance, and Sexual Abuse & Molestation Liability ($3M coverage required when providing services to vulnerable populations) prior to contract execution. Providers must adhere to all requirements, including insurance limits that change during the course of funding.

☐ Please confirm

*Response required