LETTER OF INTEREST: Washington County Naloxone Distribution Center

Washington County Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, Addictions Program (Oregon) is soliciting letters of interest to operate a Naloxone Distribution Center serving high-risk populations in Washington County from July 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028, with responses due September 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

Five mandatory qualifications filter eligibility: maintain insurance coverage including General Liability ($500,000), Worker's Compensation, Automobile Liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000), Professional Liability ($1,000,000/$3,000,000), Cyber-Security Insurance, and Sexual Abuse & Molestation Liability ($3,000,000); own or lease a facility within Washington County with minimum 200 square feet suitable for safe naloxone storage and distribution; demonstrate at least two years of direct experience working with individuals with problematic substance use and at least two years working with community organizations serving such populations; demonstrate at least two years of experience delivering naloxone or harm reduction supplies to high-risk individuals or their service organizations in Washington County; and possess at least one year of experience providing community training on naloxone administration.

The provider must distribute a minimum of 2,400 naloxone doses per quarter to at least ten different organizations, deliver naloxone trainings to no fewer than six different organizations or 100 unique participants per quarter, and ensure equitable distribution across all geographic areas of the county, including rural and unincorporated areas. Contract funding is based on services provided, utilization, and negotiated budget, with the County reserving the right to increase funding based on service needs. The County does not guarantee equal funding among contractors and reserves discretion to proceed directly with negotiation if fewer proposers respond than contracts available. The contract term is one year with an option to renew for up to five additional years, contingent upon fund availability. Questions are due August 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Contractor selection is scheduled for September 11, 2026. Responses must be submitted electronically to https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/washington-county-or.