# Cecil County Opengov #CCHD-2027-007

Cecil County Community Health Worker Community of Practice Services

**Posted:** October 19, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** CCHD-2027-007
**NAICS:** 624190, 611430, 541611

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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