2027 Best Practices Conference

Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response is seeking a vendor to provide a full‑day conference venue package for the 2027 Best Practices Conference in Annapolis. The contract includes a ballroom for 350 attendees, at least six breakout rooms, full‑service catering (breakfast, lunch, snacks, beverages), advanced audiovisual equipment and on‑site tech support, parking, and a discounted hotel rate for overnight attendees. The total budget is capped at $50,000 and the vendor must be registered on eMaryland Marketplace Advantage and be located in Annapolis. The conference is tentatively scheduled for May 10‑12, 2027, with the award decision expected by November 1, 2026. • Venue must accommodate 350 participants in a theater‑style main room and 6 breakout rooms. • Provide full‑day catering (continental breakfast, lunch buffet/boxed, afternoon snack, beverage service). • Supply AV hardware (sound system, microphones, projectors, screens, laptops, Wi‑Fi) and on‑site tech support. • Offer on‑site or nearby parking and a discounted hotel rate for overnight stay. • Submit itemized pricing, sample menus, floor plan, and a work plan by October 13, 2026.