When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 13, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $250,000.

It was issued by Sedgwick County. The work is located in Wichita, Kansas, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Community health or behavioral health organization with substance use disorder expertise. Experience delivering stigma reduction, public education, and outreach campaigns. Demonstrated ability to design culturally sensitive and evidence-based programs. Established partnerships with educators, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and policymakers. Strong capabilities in prevention, treatment, recovery resource education, and community engagement.

Stigma Reduction, Community Outreach, and Education Services (Due September 15, 2026)

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Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Wichita, Kansas, United StatesPosted: July 31, 2026Deadline: September 15, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Wichita, Kansas government authority seeks a provider for one year of substance use disorder stigma reduction, community outreach, and education services. Programs should use culturally sensitive, inclusive, and evidence-based approaches to reach community members and key professional audiences.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Verified

$250,000

CONTRACT DURATION

16 months

TIMELINE

Release Date: July 30th, 2026

Pre-Bid Webinar: August 3rd, 2026

Questions Due: August 13th, 2026

RFP Addendum Posted: August 21st, 2026

Proposal Due: September 15th, 2026

Evaluation Period: September 16th - October 9th, 2026

Board of Bids and Contracts Recommendation: October 2026

City Council Award Presentation/Board of County Commission Award: November 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 13, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Sedgwick County

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a vendor to provide stigma reduction, community outreach, and education services related to substance use disorders. The selected provider will allocate funding for stigma reduction efforts and awareness campaigns designed to reduce misconceptions, promote empathy, and improve understanding across the community.

The services should prioritize culturally sensitive, inclusive, and evidence-based initiatives targeting high-impact groups such as educators, healthcare providers, law enforcement personnel, and policymakers. Activities are intended to increase awareness, reduce stigma surrounding substance use, and support evidence-based treatment and recovery approaches.

The provider will also develop comprehensive community outreach and education programs addressing the risks of substance misuse and sharing information about available prevention, treatment, and recovery resources. The contract period will be one year. Questions must be submitted by August 13, 2026, and a pre-bid webinar is scheduled for August 3, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 13, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $250,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Sedgwick County. The work is located in Wichita, Kansas, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Community health or behavioral health organization with substance use disorder expertise
Experience delivering stigma reduction, public education, and outreach campaigns
Demonstrated ability to design culturally sensitive and evidence-based programs
Established partnerships with educators, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and policymakers
Strong capabilities in prevention, treatment, recovery resource education, and community engagement

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