New York State Department of Health - Primary Care Service Corps - Round 8 - SOI #20820 (2026)
New York State Department of Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Dorota Kearney
The 30-second brief
The New York State Department of Health is issuing Solicitation of Interest #20820 for the Primary Care Service Corps (PCSC) Loan Repayment Program, a service-obligated loan repayment initiative designed to increase the supply of clinicians in underserved areas. Up to $504,990 in funding is available to support new awards, offering up to $72,000 for full-time dentists, up to $56,000 for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and certified nurse midwives, and up to $36,000 for clinical psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and dental hygienists, in return for a three-year commitment to practice at an NHSC Approved Site with an HPSA score of 1 or more. Eligible clinicians must maintain current New York State licensure, work at least 20 clinical hours per week (40 hours for full-time dentists) for a minimum of 45 weeks per year, and submit applications via email to [email protected] by October 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Written questions are due by September 14, 2026, with answers posted on or about September 28, 2026, and contract terms running from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.
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Summary
The New York State Department of Health is issuing Solicitation of Interest #20820 for the Primary Care Service Corps (PCSC) Loan Repayment Program, a service-obligated loan repayment initiative designed to increase the supply of clinicians in underserved areas.
Up to $504,990 in funding is available to support new awards, offering up to $72,000 for full-time dentists, up to $56,000 for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and certified nurse midwives, and up to $36,000 for clinical psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and dental hygienists, in return for a three-year commitment to practice at an NHSC Approved Site with an HPSA score of 1 or more. Eligible clinicians must maintain current New York State licensure, work at least 20 clinical hours per week (40 hours for full-time dentists) for a minimum of 45 weeks per year, and submit applications via email to [email protected] by October 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Written questions are due by September 14, 2026, with answers posted on or about September 28, 2026, and contract terms running from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pass/Fail
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Attachment 1: Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Attachment 2: Program Specific Questions
- Attachment 3: Loan Statements
- Attachment 4: Consent to Disclosure
- Attachment 5: Employment Letter
- Attachment 7: Site Information
- Attachment 8: Current Professional Licenses
- Attachment 9: Default Penalty Attestation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Statewide, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Department of Health
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI 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 October 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Dorota Kearney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
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 RFI 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 Dorota Kearney. 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: "Pass/Fail" 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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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 1: Minimum Eligibility Requirements, Attachment 2: Program Specific Questions, Attachment 3: Loan Statements, Attachment 4: Consent to Disclosure, Attachment 5: Employment Letter, Attachmen. 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: Statewide, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.