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BID ADVERTISEMENTS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

DALLAS COUNTY OPIOID SETTLEMENT GRANT PROGRAM

The Dallas County Commission is soliciting proposals from nonprofit or governmental organizations interested in implementing programs or services that align with the authorized uses of the Opioid Settlement Funds. Funding is intended to support initiatives that reduce the harmful effects of the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, recovery, and other eligible interventions as defined in the national opioid settlements.

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:

Only nonprofit organizations or governmental organizations with a demonstrated commitment to addressing substance use disorder and/or behavioral health in Dallas County are eligible to apply. Collaborative proposals and partnerships with public agencies are permitted.

AUTHORIZED USES:

Programs must align with the authorized uses outlined in the national opioid settlement agreements, including but not limited to:

  • Prevention and education
  • Treatment and recovery support services
  • Harm reduction strategies
  • Criminal justice and diversion programs
  • Services for pregnant and postpartum women
  • Support for children and families affected by the opioid crisis

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

All proposals must include the following:

  1. Organizational background and mission
  2. Description of proposed project/program and its objectives
  3. Alignment with authorized opioid settlement uses
  4. Budget and proposed use of funds
  5. Past performance and results from similar efforts
  6. Timeline for implementation
  7. Key staff and organizational capacity
  8. Documentation of 501(c)(3) status or governmental status and active registration in sam.gov

 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Proposals will be reviewed and ranked according to the following criteria (100 points total):

  1. Past performance with similar programs – 30 points
  2. Alignment with authorized opioid settlement fund uses – 30 points
  3. Organizational qualifications and staff capacity – 15 points
  4. Clarity and feasibility of the proposed project – 15 points
  5. Budget reasonableness and cost-effectiveness – 10 points

FUNDING AND CONTRACTING:

This program is funded through opioid settlement proceeds allocated to Dallas County. Funding will be awarded on a competitive basis. The County reserves the right to fund all, part, or none of a proposal, and to negotiate with applicants as needed.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

Proposals must be sealed, clearly labeled “Proposal for Opioid Settlement Funds – Services”, and submitted to:

Barbara Harrell

Dallas County Commission

P.O. Box 987, Selma, AL 36701 (mailing)

102 Church Street, Selma, AL 36701 (physical)

DEADLINE: Thursday, August 7, 2025, by 4:00 p.m.

Electronic submissions and facsimiles will not be accepted. Late or incomplete proposals will not be considered. The Dallas County Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority and women-led organizations are encouraged to apply.

Jimmy Nunn, Chairman Dallas County Commission