Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS)

The County of San Mateo (the “County” or “SMC”) covers most of the San Francisco Peninsula. The region covers 744 mi2 and is home to nearly 800,000 residents and 20 incorporated cities. The County provides for the health and welfare of all people within its borders and serves as the local government for the unincorporated areas. Innovation thrives here in industries including bioscience, computer software, green technology, hospitality, financial management, health care, education and transportation. The County prides itself on how that prosperity fosters its commitment to protecting and enhancing the health, safety, welfare and natural resources of the community. The County of San Mateo Health Administration is comprised of 11 Divisions providing health and welfare across the San Mateo County including (a) Administration & Central Finance, (b) Aging & Adult Services, (c) Behavioral Health & Recovery Services, (d) Correctional Health, (e) Emergency Medical Services, (f) Environmental Health, (g) Family Health, (h) Health Coverage Unit, (i) Health Information Technology, (j) Public Health, Policy & Planning, (k) San Mateo Medical Center. The County of San Mateo, CA is seeking a vendor to provide an Electronic Prescribing System that meets the Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS) requirements. The system should comply with all relevant standards and regulations, ensuring the secure and accurate transmission of controlled substance prescriptions electronically.