How to bid on statewide substance use treatment for Maryland DPSCS

What DPSCS is buying

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is seeking substance use disorder treatment services at correctional facilities statewide. The solicitation is BPM055259, an RFP in the healthcare category; its listed category is substance abuse hospital services.

This opportunity may suit vendors whose services and experience align with substance use disorder treatment in correctional settings.

Deadline and submission

The response deadline is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The solicitation states this deadline; follow the posting’s instructions for the required submission process.

Who this opportunity may suit

Consider this RFP if your firm provides substance use disorder treatment services and can assess whether its capabilities fit work at correctional facilities statewide. Review the solicitation documents to confirm the specific services and qualifications DPSCS is seeking.

How to access the solicitation

Open solicitation BPM055259 on eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA). Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account; the browser check clears automatically.

To download documents or submit a response, sign in with a free eMMA supplier account before the deadline. Review the full posting and its documents for the response requirements.

Prepare a clear, responsive proposal

Read the full solicitation and make a checklist of its requested services, documents, and submission instructions. Match each response section to the corresponding request, and clearly explain how your firm’s relevant capabilities address the work.

Assign responsibility for gathering required information, allow time to review the completed response, and submit through eMMA well before the deadline. Check the portal for confirmation that your response was received.