Cecil County Health Department - FY27 Community Health Worker Community of Practice - CCHD-2027-007
Cecil CountyCounty · Elkton, MD- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lorayne Varaly
- (443) 245-3751
The 30-second brief
The Cecil County Health Department is soliciting proposals from qualified organizations to design, implement, and operate a Community Health Worker (CHW) Community of Practice (CoP) in Cecil County under RFP CCHD-2027-007. The scope involves supporting the professional growth, development, and retention of CHWs, establishing a CHW network, providing virtual and in-person CoP services, conducting education and training, and securing free enrollments for up to eight CoP CHWs in a Maryland-accredited certification program. Additional requirements include data collection, program evaluation, peer learning sessions, and periodic progress reporting via Google Form. The contract is a Fee-for-Service (fixed-price reimbursement) agreement with maximum funding of $100,000, running from December 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with up to four 1-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with a question deadline of October 29, 2026. Eligible entities include non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations and local government agencies.
Present a slide presentation to the Department's contract monitor and team that describes the CoP design, Including operations, CoP services, And the evaluation plan on or before January 6, 2027; Complete and submit a progress report (Google Form) on March 15, 2027, And on June 15, 2027.
CoP Design & Scope of Services (80%), Budget (15%), Description of Organization (5%)
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Summary
The Cecil County Health Department is soliciting proposals from qualified organizations to design, implement, and operate a Community Health Worker (CHW) Community of Practice (CoP) in Cecil County under RFP CCHD-2027-007.
The scope involves supporting the professional growth, development, and retention of CHWs, establishing a CHW network, providing virtual and in-person CoP services, conducting education and training, and securing free enrollments for up to eight CoP CHWs in a Maryland-accredited certification program. Additional requirements include data collection, program evaluation, peer learning sessions, and periodic progress reporting via Google Form. The contract is a Fee-for-Service (fixed-price reimbursement) agreement with maximum funding of $100,000, running from December 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with up to four 1-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with a question deadline of October 29, 2026. Eligible entities include non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations and local government agencies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Present a slide presentation to the Department's contract monitor and team that describes the CoP design, Including operations, CoP services, And the evaluation plan on or before January 6, 2027; Complete and submit a progress report (Google Form) on March 15, 2027, And on June 15, 2027.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal Cover Page
- Description of Organization
- CoP Design & Scope of Services
- Budget
- Certificate of Insurance
- Proposal Affidavit
- Proof of Fiscal Integrity
- Legal Action Summary
- Past State Experience
- Minority Business Enterprise Documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 7 months
- Scope location
- Cecil County, MD
- Reported agency
- Cecil County Health Department
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cecil County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lorayne Varaly.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cecil County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lorayne Varaly at (443) 245-3751. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Present a slide presentation to the Department's contract monitor and team that describes the CoP design, Including operations, CoP services, And the evaluation plan on or before January 6, 2027; Complete and submit a progress report (Google Form) on March 15, 2027, And on June 15, 2027.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "CoP Design & Scope of Services (80%), Budget (15%), Description of Organization (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cecil County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cecil County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cecil County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Cover Page, Description of Organization, CoP Design & Scope of Services, Budget, Certificate of Insurance, Proposal Affidavit, Proof of Fiscal Integrity, Legal Action Summary, Past State Expe. Review the full document from Cecil County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cecil County, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.