Dubuque County Civicplus #209

Expansion and Enhancement of Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder in Dubuque County, IA

Dubuque County Public Health is seeking proposals to expand and enhance Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) services for opioid use disorder (OUD) in Dubuque County, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Dubuque County Public Health Department - Eligible Applicants: - 501(c)(3) organizations providing services within Dubuque County - Products/Services Requested: - Expansion and enhancement of MAT services for OUD - Use of FDA-approved medications: methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone - Behavioral therapy, care coordination, and education for uninsured and underinsured patients - Hiring or contracting new staff (prescribers, care coordinators, recovery coaches, behavioral health providers) - Education and training on MAT, overdose prevention, and naloxone administration - Coordination with community agencies and linkage to recovery services - Notable Requirements: - Services must be non-duplicative of those reimbursable by Medicaid or private insurance - No capital or infrastructure investments allowed - Emphasis on evidence-based approaches, collaboration, sustainability, and health equity - Detailed work and staffing plans, budget forms, and supporting documentation required - Monthly reporting and quarterly meetings - Up to two awards, with a total funding pool of $100,000 - Period of Performance: - One-year contract period - Place of Performance: - Dubuque County, Iowa

Description

Dubuque County Public Health is soliciting proposals from eligible 501(c)(3) organizations to expand and enhance medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services for opioid use disorder (OUD) within Dubuque County, Iowa. The funding aims to increase capacity, improve service quality, and foster collaboration to address the opioid crisis locally. Applicants must submit electronic proposals by May 1, 2026, and demonstrate organizational capacity, fiscal responsibility, and a sustainability plan. Up to two awards will be made for a contract period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a total investment of $100,000.

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