Pinellas County Opengov #21-0553-LI(DG)

Award for Sterile Needle and Syringe Exchange Program Services in Pinellas County

Pinellas County has awarded a contract for the operation of a Sterile Needle and Syringe Exchange Program (SEP) in St. Petersburg, Florida. - Government Buyer: - Pinellas County Human Services Department, Purchasing and Risk Management Office - Awarded Vendor: - Pinellas Ex-Offender Re-Entry Coalition, Inc. (PERC) - Services Requested: - Comprehensive management and operation of a sterile needle and syringe exchange program - One-to-one needle exchange - Educational outreach and materials - Onsite counseling and referrals for drug abuse prevention - HIV and viral hepatitis screening - Provision of emergency opioid antagonist kits - Data collection, reporting, and compliance with Florida Statute 381.0038(4)(b) and Pinellas County Code Chapter 42, Article XV - Site security and collaboration with community partners - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Program must operate at 1519 16th Street South, St. Petersburg - Funded entirely through private grants and donations (no county funds used) - Strict compliance with state and local public health regulations - Focus on harm reduction, public health, and linkage to health and social services - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned, as the award is for service provision rather than product supply.

Description

This solicitation is for the Sterile Needle and Syringe Exchange Program services requested by Pinellas County. The selected contractor, Pinellas Ex Offender Re Entry Coalition, is to provide these services as defined in the agreement. The contract term starts on March 8, 2022, and ends on March 7, 2027. The services include all work, duties, and obligations necessary to perform the program as specified in the agreement.

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