Health and Hygiene Vending Machine

Montgomery County, through a collaborative effort between the Office of Drug and Alcohol (ODA) and the Office of Public Health (OPH), is seeking to procure a Health and Hygiene Vending Machine (HHVM) via Request for Proposal (RFP) 25-51. The primary objective is to lease an advanced vending machine funded by Opioid Settlement Funds (OSF) and Overdose Data 2 Action (OD2A) grant funds, designed to dispense free and low-barrier health products including hygiene items, COVID/flu tests, Narcan, and drug test strips. The machine must have sophisticated capabilities to collect data, generate reports, and interact with users by providing resources and information. The RFP was posted on September 26, 2025, with proposals due by October 22, 2025. Vendors must submit comprehensive responses through the Montgomery County Procurement Portal, including a Responsible Contractor Form, Cost/Pricing Proposal, W-9, and potential trade secret documentation. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical capabilities, data collection functionality, product range, and alignment with public health harm reduction strategies.

The procurement appears open to qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the vending machine must integrate with existing public health infrastructure and align with county technology standards. The project reflects a targeted approach to addressing substance use disorders and pandemic response through innovative technology. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the funding sources include Opioid Settlement Funds and OD2A grant funds, suggesting substantial financial backing for the initiative. The contract will likely follow standard Montgomery County procurement terms, including comprehensive insurance requirements, compliance with federal and state regulations, and potential performance metrics related to product distribution and data collection. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate extensive experience in public health technology, harm reduction strategies, and advanced vending machine capabilities.