Cecil County Opengov #CCHD-2027-007

Cecil County Community Health Worker Community of Practice Services

Cecil County is seeking a service provider to build and operate a Community of Practice for local Community Health Workers (CHWs). - Government buyer: Maryland Department of Health, through the Cecil County Health Department. - Requested service: One FY27 Community Health Worker Community of Practice, covering program administration, governance, member recruitment and engagement, resource sharing, communications, and retention support for organizations employing CHWs. - Training and participation: Provide education and training for general and perinatal CHWs, coordinate continuing education, support peer learning and mentoring, and arrange free enrollment in a Maryland-accredited CHW certification program for up to eight CHWs. Hold at least monthly CHW meetings and semiannual trainings, with in-person and virtual participation opportunities. - Evaluation and deliverables: Develop an operational workplan and timeline, track participation, analyze performance, submit progress reports, and evaluate program effectiveness. A program design presentation and progress reports are required. - Funding and pricing: Maximum contract funding is $100,000. The work is fee-for-service with fixed-price reimbursement. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, product manufacturers, or vendors are named; no products or part numbers are specified. - Notable contract terms: The initial term is approximately seven months, with up to four additional one-year renewal terms subject to funding, performance, and continued need.

Description

Cecil County Health Department seeks proposals from organizations experienced in supporting Community Health Workers to design, implement, and operate a Community of Practice in Cecil County. The initiative aims to support CHW professional growth and strengthen retention support for organizations employing CHWs. The contract is fee-for-service with fixed-price reimbursement. Proposals must be submitted by email with a separate pricing sheet by November 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time.

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