Opioid Response Team

The City of Newark, New Jersey, is seeking proposals for RFP #2023-38 to establish an Opioid Response Team (ORT) through an electronic procurement process. The procurement aims to create a comprehensive opioid addiction intervention program with a one-year contract term. Key deliverables include operating a 24/7 hotline, providing peer recovery coaching through remote and in-person counseling, and responding to Newark Hope One Deployment initiatives. The selected contractor must coordinate addiction services information, utilize ODMAP data, conduct community outreach, offer training, and develop overdose prevention strategies. Proposals will be evaluated across seven criteria: organization background, past performance, program description, program goals, personnel qualifications, budget, and diversity initiatives, with a total possible score of 100 points. The RFP requires electronic submission through the city's e-Procurement Portal by July 26, 2023, at 10:15 am, with no late submissions accepted.

Respondents must submit various supporting documentation, including a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, W-9 form, and affirmative action compliance documentation. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the RFP emphasizes diversity initiatives as part of the evaluation criteria. The total estimated budget for this project is $200,000 in grant funds. Proposers must agree to participate in good faith in the procurement process and acknowledge that all proposal preparation costs will be borne by the respondent. The City of Newark reserves the right to modify, amend, suspend, or terminate the procurement process at its sole discretion. Potential respondents should carefully review all requirements, including compliance with applicable affirmative action and similar laws, and be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their qualifications and proposed approach to addressing the opioid response needs of the community.