New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities - Health Advocate Training for Better Serving People with Developmental Disabilities RFP - 2026
New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 32 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kimberly Berg
- (518) 486-7505
The 30-second brief
The New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities seeks proposals to fund one grantee up to $150,000 per year for three years ($450,000 total) to develop and implement a training program supporting medical and health advocates to better serve people with developmental disabilities (DD). The project includes researching adaptive communication tools, anxiety relief techniques, sensory/fidget toys, and clinical tools, while providing Continuing Education (CE) certification for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPAs). Applicants must include a 34% match from non-federal sources and meet Statewide Financial System (SFS) prequalification requirements by the submission deadline. Proposals must be submitted online via Qualtrics by December 4, 2026.
Develop a training curriculum to help medical advocates better serve people with DD which includes a scenario-based training component; Pilot and implement the developed training which is certified as a Continuing Education (CE) credit for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPAs); Create an accompanying toolkit for training delivery; Create and distribute tools to assist patients with DD during and after medical appointments; Create project impact report that demonstrates the project’s effectiveness and value; A plan to help more people with DD and their supporters learn about and utilize medical advocates
Program Specific Questions (0-65 points), Work Plan (0-15 points), Proposal Budget, Matching Funds and Administrative Costs (0-20 points)
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Summary
The New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities seeks proposals to fund one grantee up to $150,000 per year for three years ($450,000 total) to develop and implement a training program supporting medical and health advocates to better serve people with developmental disabilities (DD).
The project includes researching adaptive communication tools, anxiety relief techniques, sensory/fidget toys, and clinical tools, while providing Continuing Education (CE) certification for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPAs). Applicants must include a 34% match from non-federal sources and meet Statewide Financial System (SFS) prequalification requirements by the submission deadline. Proposals must be submitted online via Qualtrics by December 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Program Specific Questions (0-65 points)
- Work Plan (0-15 points)
- Proposal Budget
- Matching Funds and Administrative Costs (0-20 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Develop a training curriculum to help medical advocates better serve people with DD which includes a scenario-based training component
- Pilot and implement the developed training which is certified as a Continuing Education (CE) credit for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPAs)
- Create an accompanying toolkit for training delivery
- Create and distribute tools to assist patients with DD during and after medical appointments
- Create project impact report that demonstrates the project’s effectiveness and value
- A plan to help more people with DD and their supporters learn about and utilize medical advocates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Program Specific Questions
- Work Plan
- 1-Year Expenditure Budget
- EO16 Certification (Business with Russia Disclosure)
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certificate
- Attestation of Compliance for Timeliness in Reporting
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Workers' Compensation Insurance Certification
- Disability Insurance Certification
- Vendor Responsibility Certificate Confirmation page or Vendor Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://nysddpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Hnw3ge6tYbaZPU
- Scope location
- Albany, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://nysddpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Hnw3ge6tYbaZPU. For questions, contact Kimberly Berg.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities | State of New York in NY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kimberly Berg at (518) 486-7505. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Develop a training curriculum to help medical advocates better serve people with DD which includes a scenario-based training component; Pilot and implement the developed training which is certified as a Continuing Education (CE) credit for Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPAs); Create an accompa. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Program Specific Questions (0-65 points), Work Plan (0-15 points), Proposal Budget, Matching Funds and Administrative Costs (0-20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Program Specific Questions, Work Plan, 1-Year Expenditure Budget, EO16 Certification (Business with Russia Disclosure), Sexual Harassment Prevention Certificate, Attestation of Compliance for Timeline. Review the full document from New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities | State of New York for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.