FY27 - Early Childhood ACEs

The County is seeking proposals from qualified Vendors to contract for FY27 - Early Childhood ACEs. The purpose of the program is to provide comprehensive assessments to determine recommended services for children ages 0-5 who were born substance exposed or have experienced or are at risk for experiencing ACEs in Wicomico County. The program must include assessment of the enrolled child, provision of appropriate services, and post-assessment. The Vendor must comply with the laws regarding conducting business in the State of Maryland and shall provide a "Certificate of Status" from the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation. • The program must serve no fewer than 40 children between the ages 0-7 who were born substance exposed and/or have experienced or are at risk of experiencing ACEs in Wicomico County. • The program must include collaboration with community partners, utilization of promising practices, best practices, and/or evidence-based practices, and incorporation of intentional efforts to address racial and ethnic disparities. • The program must deliver services in person, including providing a safe and stable environment. • The service delivery model must demonstrate an ability to interact with participants meaningfully in places and in ways that retain engagement.