Howard County Office of Procurement PlanetBids #2026-002

Howard County Seeks Website Design and Hosting for Teen Health Matters Initiative

Howard County, Maryland is seeking a qualified contractor to design and host a modern, public-facing website for the Teen Health Matters initiative, targeting youth ages 13-24. - Government Buyer: - Howard County, Maryland, Office of Procurement and Contract Administration - Howard County Health Department - Products/Services Requested: - Complete website design and hosting services for the Teen Health Matters website - Ongoing website maintenance, monthly technical support, and staff training - Key Features and Requirements: - Modern, user-friendly design with mobile compatibility - Built on a widely supported content management system (CMS) for non-technical staff - Compliance with ADA and Section 508 accessibility standards - Compliance with COPPA guidelines for youth privacy - Technical SEO, multilingual support, and integration of crisis resources - Security features including SSL - Interactive tools (quizzes, polls, surveys), event calendar, social media embedding, and Google Analytics - Quick exit feature for user safety - User manual and ability to scale/adapt content structure over time - Background checks for on-site personnel and required insurance coverage - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or technology vendors are mandated; opportunity is open to all qualified website design and hosting providers - Period of Performance: - Initial contract period of one year, with options for three additional one-year renewals - Places of Performance and Delivery: - Howard County, Maryland Office of Procurement and Contract Administration (Columbia, MD) - Howard County Health Department (Columbia, MD)

Description

Howard County, Maryland is seeking a qualified firm to design and host a public-facing, user-friendly website for the Teen Health Matters initiative targeting youth and young adults. The project includes creating a modern, accessible website with features such as content management, multimedia integration, security compliance, and training for county staff. The contract period is one year with options for renewal, and the bid response is due electronically by April 29, 2026. Multiple prospective bidders have expressed interest in this opportunity.

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