Peer Response to Overdose Q+A 7.26.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- BPM058185
- Issued by
- Maryland
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This is a Frequently Asked Questions document related to a Request for Proposal issued by Caroline County Behavioral Health, an entity of the Caroline County Health Department in Maryland, for Procurement ID# BPM058185. The RFP seeks proposals for a Certified Peer Support Specialist to respond to overdose emergency calls in conjunction with Caroline County Emergency Services. The specialist must respond in-person within one hour of notification and maintain 24/7 coverage availability. The specialist will provide immediate peer support to individuals and families affected by overdose, distribute Naloxone with instruction, navigate clients to treatment resources and community services, and complete referrals within two business days. Interested vendors may request a pre-proposal conference by submitting requests to Kathryn Paul at kathryn.paul@maryland.gov no later than Friday, August 14, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. EST; this meeting is not mandatory. Proposals are due August 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. EST through the e-Maryland Marketplace (eMMA), with bid opening scheduled for August 31, 2026. The contract runs from September 15, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with potential extension through amendment if funding becomes available. Award notification is anticipated September 4, 2026.
The contract maximum is $74,175.65 on a reimbursement basis with monthly invoicing. Vendors must hold a Maryland Certificate of Good Standing or Tax Clearance Statement through the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation to be eligible. Hours worked will be based solely on the number of overdose calls, service referrals, and follow-up requirements in Caroline County. Evaluation criteria total 100 points and 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). Questions regarding the RFP are due August 21, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. EST.
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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
| Certified Peer Support Specialist Response |
| to Overdose Emergency Calls |
| Procurement ID#: BPM058185 |
| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) |
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