Maryland Procurement Portal #BPM057595

Maryland Department of Health Seeks Proposals for Produce Prescription Program Delivery

This opportunity from the Maryland Department of Health seeks proposals to implement produce prescription programs in high-poverty communities: - Government Buyer: - Maryland Department of Health - Program Overview: - Funding available for community-based produce prescription programs - Healthcare providers will prescribe fruits and vegetables as medical interventions for diet-related conditions (e.g., high blood pressure) - Focus on high-poverty areas and populations with health disparities - Products/Services Requested: - Delivery of culturally appropriate, community-tailored produce prescription services - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs are named; the solicitation is for program design and delivery - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Programs must be high-quality, culturally relevant, and tailored to specific community needs - Emphasis on improving health outcomes through increased fruit and vegetable consumption - Detailed requirements and eligibility criteria are outlined in the RFA document - No OEMs or commercial product vendors are specified, as this is a service/program delivery solicitation

Description

This solicitation seeks funding for high-quality, culturally appropriate, community-tailored produce prescriptions aimed at improving the health of Maryland residents living in high-poverty areas. Produce prescriptions are medical treatments for diet-related conditions where healthcare providers prescribe fruits and vegetables to patients, who then receive free produce to improve their health. The project focuses on increasing fruit and vegetable consumption to address conditions such as high blood pressure. The solicitation is issued by the Maryland Department of Health and includes a pre-bid conference scheduled for June 29, 2026.

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