Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) Case Management

The State of Maryland, specifically through the Caroline County Health Department, is seeking a qualified organization to provide a Substance Use Disorder Counselor within the Caroline County Department of Social Services agency. This procurement opportunity, identified by the State Local Contract Opportunity ID 67f6934e8de9b00e590f9ee0, is focused on securing Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) Case Management services. The primary deliverable appears to be the provision of a specialized counselor who can support substance use disorder interventions within a social services context. The contract was posted on April 7, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of May 7, 2025, providing potential bidders approximately 30 days to prepare and submit their responses. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical procurement processes for such services would likely include assessments of professional qualifications, relevant experience in substance use disorder counseling, understanding of TCA case management protocols, and demonstrated ability to work effectively within a county social services framework.

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technological infrastructure that might require integration. Similarly, the document does not outline a specific budget range or potential award value for this contract. The opportunity is specifically focused on Carroll County, with a FIPS Code of 24013, suggesting that bidders should have a geographic proximity or capability to serve this Maryland jurisdiction. Potential respondents would likely need to demonstrate professional credentials in substance use disorder counseling, familiarity with county-level social services protocols, and the ability to effectively manage case management responsibilities within the Temporary Cash Assistance program framework.