Maryland Procurement Portal #BPM056680

Smart Vending Machines for Medical and Risk Reduction Supplies – Montgomery County Government

Montgomery County Government is seeking proposals for the procurement and deployment of smart vending machines to increase access to medical and risk reduction supplies for vulnerable populations. - Government Buyer: - Montgomery County Government (local government agency) - Products/Services Requested: - Smart vending machines capable of tracking and securely dispensing a variety of medical and risk reduction goods - Items to be dispensed include: - Naloxone (Narcan) - Syringes - Safe smoking supplies - Alcohol wipes - Fentanyl and xylazine test strips - Pregnancy tests - Home HIV tests - Safer sex supplies (condoms, lubricant) - Informational materials on substance use treatment and support services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vending machines must discreetly and securely dispense a wide range of medical and risk reduction supplies - Machines must be capable of tracking inventory and usage - The initiative is focused on reducing overdose deaths and improving public health outcomes for individuals who use drugs - Place of Performance: - Montgomery County, Maryland (specific locations not detailed) - Submission Details: - Responses are to be submitted electronically via BidNet's Maryland Purchasing Group platform

Description

This solicitation aims to procure smart vending machines designed to track and dispense medical supplies and other goods. The goal is to increase access to risk reduction supplies such as Naloxone, syringes, safe smoking supplies, alcohol wipes, test strips, pregnancy and HIV tests, safer sex supplies, and information on substance use treatment. The initiative seeks to reduce overdose deaths, improve public health outcomes for individuals who use drugs, and provide discreet, accessible resources to vulnerable populations. The solicitation is issued by Montgomery County Government and responses are accepted electronically through BidNet's Maryland Purchasing Group.

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