Opioid Prevention Proposals

Muskegon County is seeking proposals for Opioid Prevention Programs through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP No. 25-2600) targeting organizations capable of developing, implementing, enhancing, or expanding services addressing substance use disorders. The county plans to award ten total proposals focusing on five key categories: prevention, treatment, recovery, harm reduction, and criminal/legal interventions, with an even distribution of funding across these domains. Eligible organizations must provide comprehensive programs serving Muskegon County residents, addressing substance use disorders, polysubstance use, and co-occurring mental health disorders. The proposal submission deadline is Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with a Zoom meeting link available for potential questions. Evaluation criteria will likely assess the organization's ability to effectively implement targeted interventions, organizational capacity, and alignment with opioid remediation strategies. Proposals must demonstrate a clear implementation plan for the county's fiscal year (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026), with a focus on measurable community impact.

Eligible applicants are limited to public, private, or non-profit organizations that are established and physically located in Muskegon County. The procurement has no match requirement, though applicants are encouraged to report additional funding sources. The total available funding for fiscal year 2026 is $590,000, with $355,000 to be distributed through this award process, and each proposal can request up to $35,500. Funding originates from national opioid settlements with pharmaceutical distributors, manufacturers, and pharmacies, including settlements with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, CVS, Walmart, Allergan, and Teva. Organizations must submit a completed budget summary template (included in the RFP documents) and a standard W-9 form. Indirect costs are capped at a maximum of 10% of the total funding request, and all funded programs must strictly utilize the resources within Muskegon County to support local opioid-related interventions.