Greenwood County Invites Proposals for Community Action Plan Utilizing South Carolina Opioid Recovery Funds

Greenwood, S.C. – Greenwood County announces a Request for Proposal (RFP) to allocate a portion of the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Funds through a competitive grant process, focusing on the creation of a Community Action Plan. The goal is to foster collaborative efforts among stakeholders and community partners to address various needs identified by the SC Opioid Recovery Fund Board. The initiative aims to support individuals and families affected by or at risk of being affected by the opioid epidemic.
The identified continuum of needs comprises:
 Prevention
 Treatment
 Recovery
 Harm reduction
Greenwood County emphasizes the importance of innovative approaches for the Target Population that can effectively tackle opioid abatement in ways tailored to the unique needs of the community. Recognizing that different segments of the community may be impacted in distinct ways, the County seeks proposals that demonstrate adaptability and responsiveness.
As part of the RFP process, Greenwood County Government will carefully review submitted proposals, and one selected applicant will be awarded a 6-month Community Action Planning grant. This grant, totaling up to $25,000, is designated to facilitate the formulation and refinement of the proposed approach. The culmination of this planning period will result in the development of a comprehensive Plan for Implementation, specifically addressing the unique impact of the opioid epidemic on Greenwood County.
Upon conclusion of the planning phase, the chosen vendor will present an action plan outlining the highest and best use of the current and future South Carolina Opioid Recovery Funding awarded to the County of Greenwood.

To participate in this RFP opportunity, interested parties should visit https://www.greenwoodcounty-sc.gov/rfp. The closing date for proposal submissions is January 12, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.