Multnomah County Community Fish Advisory Outreach & Education RIP-24-2027
- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Njambi Kareko
- (503) 988-9794 ext 89794
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) is soliciting proposals under RIP-24-2027 to partner with vendors for community-based health outreach and education regarding local freshwater fish advisories. The project focuses on the Lower Willamette River (Portland Harbor area) and the Columbia Slough, targeting impacted communities including Refugee, Immigrant, and Migrant (RIM) populations, subsistence fishers, and pregnant/parenting individuals. Scope of work includes co-creating a workplan for 2027, conducting outreach activities with Traditional Health Workers (THWs), translating materials, hosting listening sessions, and potentially completing a community mural project. The County intends to award three vendors with a maximum total contract value of $90,000 ($30,000 per vendor). Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by September 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT.
2027 workplan, Community-based health outreach activities, Translated materials, Listening sessions, Outreach activity summaries
Organization history/mission (5%), connection to target communities (15%), knowledge of local fishing habits (10%), understanding of barriers to information (10%), innovative dissemination practices (10%), work with Traditional Health Workers (15%), administrative capacity (10%), language capacity (10%), budget and approach (15%)
SUMMARY
Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) is soliciting proposals under RIP-24-2027 to partner with vendors for community-based health outreach and education regarding local freshwater fish advisories.
The project focuses on the Lower Willamette River (Portland Harbor area) and the Columbia Slough, targeting impacted communities including Refugee, Immigrant, and Migrant (RIM) populations, subsistence fishers, and pregnant/parenting individuals. Scope of work includes co-creating a workplan for 2027, conducting outreach activities with Traditional Health Workers (THWs), translating materials, hosting listening sessions, and potentially completing a community mural project. The County intends to award three vendors with a maximum total contract value of $90,000 ($30,000 per vendor). Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by September 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM PDT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 2027 workplan
- Community-based health outreach activities
- Translated materials
- Listening sessions
- Outreach activity summaries
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A-Project Budget
- Attachment B-LWR Fish Advisory Map
- Attachment C-Columbia Slough Map
- Sample General Services Agreement
- Insurance Requirements
- Certification Statements
REQUIRED STAFFING
Traditional Health Workers, Fish Advisory Program Specialist Senior
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Multnomah County, OR
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFEI from Multnomah County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 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 Njambi Kareko.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including Multnomah County in OR, 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 RFEI 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 Njambi Kareko at (503) 988-9794 ext 89794. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Traditional Health Workers, Fish Advisory Program Specialist Senior. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2027 workplan, Community-based health outreach activities, Translated materials, Listening sessions, Outreach activity summaries. 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: "Organization history/mission (5%), connection to target communities (15%), knowledge of local fishing habits (10%), understanding of barriers to information (10%), innovative dissemination practices (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Multnomah County?
All active and historical solicitations from Multnomah County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Multnomah 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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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: Attachment A-Project Budget, Attachment B-LWR Fish Advisory Map, Attachment C-Columbia Slough Map, Sample General Services Agreement, Insurance Requirements, Certification Statements. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Multnomah 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: Multnomah County, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.