New York State Department of Health - Research and Evaluation Grants RFA #20721 - 2025
New York State Department of Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jan 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Shu-Yin John Leung
The 30-second brief
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute announces availability of funds for research and evaluation support addressing priorities in HIV, hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections, drug user health, LGBTQ+ health, and health equity. The RFA encompasses two components: Component A for Research and Evaluation Mini Grants (up to $75,000 annually per award, 1-5 awards) and Component B to inform and scale-up interventions increasing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Black and Brown communities (up to $200,000 annually, 1 award). The contract term is three years from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2029. Applications are due by January 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET via the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Applicants must be prequalified in SFS and are subject to M/WBE participation goals of 30%.
Community and Agency Description, Health Equity, Program Design and Implementation, Budget and Justification
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Summary
The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute announces availability of funds for research and evaluation support addressing priorities in HIV, hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections, drug user health, LGBTQ+ health, and health equity.
The RFA encompasses two components: Component A for Research and Evaluation Mini Grants (up to $75,000 annually per award, 1-5 awards) and Component B to inform and scale-up interventions increasing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Black and Brown communities (up to $200,000 annually, 1 award). The contract term is three years from November 1, 2026, through October 31, 2029. Applications are due by January 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET via the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Applicants must be prequalified in SFS and are subject to M/WBE participation goals of 30%.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Community and Agency Description
- Health Equity
- Program Design and Implementation
- Budget and Justification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment 1 - Statement of Assurances
- Attachment 2 - Intervention Eligibility Criteria Component B
- Attachment 10 - M/WBE Utilization Plan
- Attachment 11 - Vendor Responsibility Attestation
- Attachment 12 - Application Cover Page
- Curriculum Vitae for the Principal Investigator
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Submit to
- Statewide Financial System Vendor Portal
- Duration
- 36 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 January 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Statewide Financial System Vendor Portal. For questions, contact Shu-Yin John Leung.
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 Shu-Yin John Leung. 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, Health Equity, Program Design and Implementation, Budget and Justification" 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 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 1 - Statement of Assurances, Attachment 2 - Intervention Eligibility Criteria Component B, Attachment 10 - M/WBE Utilization Plan, Attachment 11 - Vendor Responsibility Attestation, Attachm. 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.