Polk County Opioid Settlement Funding Grants 2026
Polk CountyCounty · Polk County, TN- Due
- Feb 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Catricelowe
The 30-second brief
Polk County is offering grant funding from its opioid settlement allocation to community organizations for projects that remediate the opioid crisis and save lives. Funds must be used for evidence-based strategies or promising practices aligned with the TN Opioid Abatement Council's approved remediation uses. Eligible activities include prevention programs, treatment services, recovery support, and harm reduction strategies.
Grant application for funding, Completed budget template, Completed work plan, Current annual operating budget, State certification/licensure/accreditation (if applicable), Letters of support (if applicable), Biannual progress reports, Annual report
County priorities, community needs, funds available, cost-effectiveness, federal and state regulations
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Summary
Polk County is offering grant funding from its opioid settlement allocation to community organizations for projects that remediate the opioid crisis and save lives.
Funds must be used for evidence-based strategies or promising practices aligned with the TN Opioid Abatement Council's approved remediation uses. Eligible activities include prevention programs, treatment services, recovery support, and harm reduction strategies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- County priorities
- Community needs
- Funds available
- Cost-effectiveness
- Federal and state regulations
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Grant application for funding
- Completed budget template
- Completed work plan
- Current annual operating budget
- State certification/licensure/accreditation (if applicable)
- Letters of support (if applicable)
- Biannual progress reports
- Annual report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Completed budget template
- Current annual operating budget
- State certification/licensure/accreditation (if applicable)
- Letters of support (if applicable)
- Submit to
- Polk County Executive's Office by emailing [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Polk County residents
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Polk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 20, 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: Polk County Executive's Office by emailing [email protected]. For questions, contact Catricelowe.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Polk County in TN, 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 Catricelowe. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant application for funding, Completed budget template, Completed work plan, Current annual operating budget, State certification/licensure/accreditation (if applicable), Letters of support (if applicable), Biannual progress reports, Annual report. 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: "County priorities, community needs, funds available, cost-effectiveness, federal and state regulations" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Polk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Polk 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 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 budget template, Current annual operating budget, State certification/licensure/accreditation (if applicable), Letters of support (if applicable). Review the full document from Polk 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: Polk County residents. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.