Peer Response to Overdose Q+A 7.26 (1).pdf
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- Solicitation number
- BPM058185
- Issued by
- Maryland
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Summary: Peer Response to Overdose Q+A Document
This Question and Answer document supports the Request for Proposals issued by Caroline County Behavioral Health, an entity of the Caroline County Health Department in Maryland, for a Certified Peer Support Specialist to respond to overdose emergency calls. The RFP (Procurement ID# BPM058185) requires one full-time specialist to provide in-person response within one hour of notification by Caroline County Emergency Services, maintaining 24/7 coverage availability. The specialist will deliver immediate peer support to individuals and families affected by overdose, distribute Naloxone with instruction, navigate clients to treatment resources, complete referrals within two business days, and conduct one-month follow-ups for data tracking. A pre-proposal meeting may be requested by August 14, 2026, with written questions due by August 21, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. EST. Proposals are due August 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. EST with bid opening on August 31, 2026. Award notification is anticipated September 4, 2026. The contract runs from September 15, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with potential extension through amendment if funding becomes available.
The contract maximum is $74,175.65 on a reimbursement basis with monthly invoicing, with compensation based solely on the number of overdose calls, service referrals, and follow-up requirements in Caroline County. Vendors must hold a Maryland Certificate of Good Standing or Tax Clearance Statement through the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation. Required submittals include a cover letter, transmission letter, narrative, detailed budget with justification, contingency plan for staff absence, recent financial statements, substance abuse policy, certification credentials, minimum three reference letters from health organizations, liability insurance documentation, and tax clearance statement. Evaluation criteria totaling 100 points include on-time submission with all required elements (10 points), comprehensive and innovative budget (10 points), understanding of services and client population (20 points), demonstrated experience and capacity (20 points), linkages with community-based service providers (20 points), and organizational capacity to provide services (20 points). Proposals must be submitted through the e-Maryland Marketplace.
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Certified Peer Support Specialist Response to Overdose Emergency Calls
Procurement ID#: BPM058185
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question: How do I submit a proposal?
Answer: All submissions should be submitted to the e-Maryland Marketplace, eMMA.
Question: Can you elaborate on the contents of the Certificate of Good Standing/Tax Clearance Statement?
Answer: A certificate of Good Standing/Tax Clearance Statement ensures the business is registered to do business in Maryland. Reference for more information:
https://businessexpress.maryland.gov/manage/maintain-good-standing-status
Question: Our Certificate of Good Standing/Tax Clearance Statement is through 2024. Will you accept alternative documentation?
Answer: Our procurement policy states that a business must be in good standing and registered with the State of Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation in order to receive grant awards or funds from Caroline County Health Department. We review the SDAT webpage for vendor registration and status which is typically updated before you receive your certificate.
Question: Are you planning a pre-proposal conference?
Answer: We will hold a pre-proposal conference at the request of any interested vendor. Any requests for a pre-proposal conference should be sent to Kathryn Paul at kathryn.paul@maryland.gov no later than Friday, August 14, 2025 at 4:30pm EST. If scheduled, this meeting will be posted in eMMA for all interested parties to attend. This meeting is not mandatory.
Question: Is attendance at the pre-proposal conference required in order to submit a proposal?
Answer: No, this meeting is not required and is not a condition of submitting a proposal.
Question: What are the budget parameters?
Answer: The budget limit for this is $74,175.65.
https://businessexpress.maryland.gov/manage/maintain-good-standing-status mailto:kathryn.paul@maryland.gov
Question: Is this a reimbursement contract?
Answer: Yes, This is a reimbursement contract. The selected vendor will invoice us monthly.
Question: Does EMS stay at the location while the peer meets with the person or family?
Answer: EMS will be there but will not stay if it is not medically necessary. For example, if the peer responds an hour after notification, EMS may no longer be at the location.
Question: Do you have data on how many overdoses EMS responded to in the last fiscal year, including per month/week/day?
Answer: We currently only track overdoses by calendar year. In 2025, they responded to 89 overdoses and 8 deaths. This year so far, there have been 20 overdoses since January and no deaths.
| Certified Peer Support Specialist Response |
| to Overdose Emergency Calls |
| Procurement ID#: BPM058185 |
| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) |
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