Drug and Alcohol Prevention: Youth Community Prevention Services

Montgomery County Offices of Drug & Alcohol is conducting a competitive procurement for a community prevention services provider focused on youth substance use and mental health education. The Request for Proposal (RFP 25-44) seeks a qualified vendor to coordinate supplemental prevention activities beyond classroom education, targeting youth and families within Montgomery County. The provider will be responsible for disseminating information on substance use prevention and mental health topics through community-based programming. Key deliverables likely include developing prevention strategies, conducting community outreach, and implementing educational initiatives. The proposal is due on September 11, 2025, with the contract period presumably covering fiscal year 2025-2026. Evaluation criteria will likely include the vendor's experience in youth prevention services, proposed program methodology, staff qualifications, and demonstrated understanding of community prevention strategies. Potential respondents must carefully review the attached documents, including the RFP, standard terms and conditions, and supplemental documentation to ensure comprehensive proposal preparation.

While the specific details about set-aside designations are not explicitly clear from the provided documents, the procurement appears to be open to qualified prevention service providers with expertise in youth substance abuse and mental health programming. The attached files include a blank HDA311 form, suggesting potential administrative and financial reporting requirements for the selected vendor. The contract appears to be funded through local government resources, with the potential award value likely determined by the scope of prevention services and community reach. Interested organizations should review the "Instructions to Bidders Template" and "Appendix A" for specific qualifications, submission requirements, and potential restrictions on bid eligibility. The procurement documents indicate a comprehensive approach to selecting a vendor capable of delivering impactful community prevention services, with an emphasis on professional expertise and programmatic effectiveness in addressing youth substance use and mental health challenges.