Chippewa County Request for Proposals 2027 Opioid Settlement Funds - 2027
Chippewa CountyCounty · Chippewa County, MI- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 10 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Karen Senkus
- (906) 253-3103
The 30-second brief
Chippewa County invites organizations and groups addressing opioid substance use, overdose prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery to apply for funding to support program development, implementation, enhancement, or expansion. Eligible activities include prevention, harm reduction, treatment, recovery, community wellness, polysubstance use, co-occurring mental health concerns, family and youth supports, and social determinants of health. Approximately $90,000 per year is available on average for opioid remediation activities, alongside $30,000 per year from the City of Sault Ste. Marie. Proposals must be received by November 13, 2026, and submitted via email or mail to the Chippewa County Health Department. The period of funding runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
Completed Request for Proposals Application, Resume or biography of the project director, Information on agency/organization/coalition/community group, Budget template
Adherence to RFP Instructions 0.05, Organization Information & Description 0.05, Project Description 0.15, Population Served & Geographic Area 0.05, Collaboration/Community Partnership 0.20, Data to Support Need 0.05, Timeline 0.05, Scope of Work 0.20, Measures of Success 0.05, Sustainability 0.10, Budget 0.05
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Summary
Chippewa County invites organizations and groups addressing opioid substance use, overdose prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery to apply for funding to support program development, implementation, enhancement, or expansion.
Eligible activities include prevention, harm reduction, treatment, recovery, community wellness, polysubstance use, co-occurring mental health concerns, family and youth supports, and social determinants of health. Approximately $90,000 per year is available on average for opioid remediation activities, alongside $30,000 per year from the City of Sault Ste. Marie. Proposals must be received by November 13, 2026, and submitted via email or mail to the Chippewa County Health Department. The period of funding runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Adherence to RFP Instructions 0.05
- Organization Information & Description 0.05
- Project Description 0.15
- Population Served & Geographic Area 0.05
- Collaboration/Community Partnership 0.20
- Data to Support Need 0.05
- Timeline 0.05
- Scope of Work 0.20
- Measures of Success 0.05
- Sustainability 0.10
- Budget 0.05
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Completed Request for Proposals Application
- Resume or biography of the project director
- Information on agency/organization/coalition/community group
- Budget template
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Completed Request for Proposals Application
- Resume or biography of the project director
- Information on agency/organization/coalition/community group to include physical location
- Financial and legal status
- Type of service provided
- Number of clients served annually
- Budget template
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chippewa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 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 Karen Senkus.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chippewa County in MI, 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 Karen Senkus at (906) 253-3103. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed Request for Proposals Application, Resume or biography of the project director, Information on agency/organization/coalition/community group, Budget template. 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: "Adherence to RFP Instructions 0.05, Organization Information & Description 0.05, Project Description 0.15, Population Served & Geographic Area 0.05, Collaboration/Community Partnership 0.20, Data to S..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chippewa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Chippewa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Chippewa 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 13, 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: Completed Request for Proposals Application, Resume or biography of the project director, Information on agency/organization/coalition/community group to include physical location, financial and legal. Review the full document from Chippewa 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: Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.