Technical Assistance for Tobacco Control Program

The South Dakota Department of Health is seeking technical assistance for its Tobacco Control Program through a Request for Proposal (RFP #23-0903004-008) targeting innovative strategies to decrease tobacco use rates statewide. Located in Minnehaha County, this procurement seeks a contractor to develop and implement evidence-based public health programming focused on changing health behaviors across all age groups. Key deliverables include creating a grantee needs assessment, coordinating the annual Tobacco Control Institute and webinars, developing evaluation reports and toolkits, and providing staff training. The successful vendor must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and the ability to collaborate with staff on current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention priorities. Critical submission dates include proposal inquiries deadline of December 23, 2022, with responses provided by January 6, 2023, and final proposals due January 20, 2023, at 5:00pm CT. The anticipated contract period runs from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024, with potential annual renewals for up to five additional one-year extensions. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, with cost proposals submitted separately and assessed independently.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on potential offerors, suggesting the opportunity is open to a wide range of qualified vendors with public health expertise. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and there are no explicit requirements regarding organizational size or type. Electronic submissions are permitted, with electronic signatures via DocuSign or AdobeSign acceptable. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, vendors are required to submit detailed cost proposals and can provide multiple pricing scenarios, with any expected cost increases for subsequent contract years clearly identified. Proposals should be submitted to Hilary Larsen, Tobacco Program Coordinator, at the provided address in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with specific instructions to reference the RFP number and follow precise submission guidelines. The contract award and negotiation are anticipated on March 3, 2023, with the selected vendor expected to demonstrate innovative programming capabilities and a strong understanding of tobacco control strategies.