Wicomico County Opengov #2027-RFP-012

Wicomico County Solicits Vendors for FY27 Reducing Childhood Hunger Program

Wicomico County's Local Management Board is seeking qualified vendors to deliver the FY27 Reducing Childhood Hunger program for low-income families with children aged 0-17. - Government Buyer: - Wicomico County Local Management Board - Scope of Work: - Provide nutritional and budgeting education to families - Deliver immediate food insecurity solutions (e.g., food boxes, bags) - Connect families to community programs for additional needs (clothing, shelter, housing) - Address racial and ethnic disparities in food insecurity - Reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and increase Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) - All services must be delivered in person within Wicomico County - Requirements: - Serve at least 150 low-income families with children aged 0-17 - Vendors must be licensed in Maryland and have an office in Wicomico County - Program must use Results-Based Accountability for measurable outcomes - Emphasis on evidence-based components and cost-effectiveness - Funding & Contract: - Estimated total available funding: $60,000 - Contract period is one year, with possible extension at no price increase - Eligible Applicants: - Government agencies, private non-profit organizations, private for-profit businesses, and educational entities - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation.

Description

Wicomico County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for the FY27 - Reducing Childhood Hunger program. The scope includes providing nutritional and budgeting education, resources to address food insecurity, immediate solutions like food boxes, and linkages to community programs. The program aims to address racial and ethnic disparities, reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences, and increase Trauma-Informed Care, with in-person service delivery. Proposals will be evaluated on program design, performance measures, cost-effectiveness, and vendor experience. Vendors must be licensed in Maryland and serve Wicomico County residents.

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