Drug and Alcohol Prevention: Coalition Support Services

Montgomery County Offices of Drug & Alcohol is seeking a qualified provider to coordinate the Montgomery County Alliance for Prevention (MAP), a coalition focused on youth substance use prevention. The procurement is for comprehensive prevention services aimed at restricting youth access to substances through local leader education and policy change. The selected provider will be responsible for coordinating current youth substance use prevention coalitions, offering technical assistance on best practices for coalition operations, and implementing various community prevention initiatives. Evaluation criteria will likely include demonstrated experience in substance use prevention, coalition management, and community engagement strategies. The request for proposal (RFP 25-43) was posted on August 14, 2025, with proposals due by September 11, 2025. Potential bidders should carefully review the attached documents, including the RFP, standard terms and conditions, and supplemental documentation to ensure full compliance with submission requirements.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, potential respondents should review the instructions to bidders and standard terms carefully for any organizational restrictions or preferences. The procurement appears to be open to qualified prevention service providers with demonstrated expertise in youth substance use prevention and coalition management. The attached documents, particularly the HDA311 form and contract documents, suggest this is a government-funded initiative with standard contracting protocols. Although a specific budget range is not immediately apparent, government prevention contracts typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on the scope and complexity of services. Interested organizations should pay close attention to the HHS Standard Terms and Conditions, Exhibit E, which outlines specific requirements for service delivery and contractual compliance.