New York State Department of Health - Comprehensive Legal Services for People Living with HIV/AIDS RFA #20781 (2026)
New York State Department of Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jun 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Deborah Hanna
The 30-second brief
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute is seeking applications for comprehensive civil legal services to support People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and address social determinants of health (SDOH). The funding allocates up to $2,750,000 annually for five years across New York State regions, including NYC, Long Island, Hudson Valley, and upstate regions. Services cover civil legal issues such as benefits, income maintenance, housing, individual rights, education, employment, health, advance directives, and family matters. Applications are due on June 11, 2026, and must be submitted through the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Community and Agency Description (15 points), Health Equity (15 points), Program Design and Implementation (50 points), Budget (20 points)
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Summary
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute is seeking applications for comprehensive civil legal services to support People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and address social determinants of health (SDOH).
The funding allocates up to $2,750,000 annually for five years across New York State regions, including NYC, Long Island, Hudson Valley, and upstate regions. Services cover civil legal issues such as benefits, income maintenance, housing, individual rights, education, employment, health, advance directives, and family matters. Applications are due on June 11, 2026, and must be submitted through the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 2: Application Cover Page, Attachment 3: Statement of Assurances, Attachment 4: Linkage Agreement or Memorandum of Understanding, Attachment 5: Operating Certificate pursuant to Article 28 of the Public Health Law, Attachment 12: Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Requirement Forms, Attachment 13: Vendor Responsibility Attestation, Attachment 14: Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification, Attachment 15: Application Checklist, Attachment 16: Agency Organizational Chart, Attachment 17: Program Organizational Chart, Attachment 18: Funding History for HIV Legal Services, Attachment 19: Service Delivery Site(s) Chart, Attachment 20: Referral Services Linkages Chart, Attachment 21: Agency Capacity and Staffing Information
- Submit to
- Statewide Financial System (SFS)
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- New York, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Department of Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York State Department of Health | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Statewide Financial System (SFS). For questions, contact Deborah Hanna.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York State Department of Health | 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 Deborah Hanna. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Community and Agency Description (15 points), Health Equity (15 points), Program Design and Implementation (50 points), Budget (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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Attachment 2: Application Cover Page, Attachment 3: Statement of Assurances, Attachment 4: Linkage Agreement or Memorandum of Understanding, Attachment 5: Operating Certificate pursuant to Article 28. Review the full document from New York State Department of Health | 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: New York, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.