Summary
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide Produce Prescription Program Expansion Services across rural Colorado. The contract aims to support local food banks and reduce the statewide burden of chronic diseases (including prediabetes, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease) by establishing sustainable operational infrastructure, hiring dedicated staff, strengthening clinical partnerships, and scaling patient outreach. The capital budget is strictly allocated toward cold storage and food preparation/delivery equipment and infrastructure; no funds will be used for direct food procurement, and bidders were required to submit all questions no later than July 9, 2026, with sealed proposals due by July 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM MDT.