New York State Office of Mental Health - Safe Option Support (SOS) Program: CTI Teams - MH263040
New York City Childrens Psych CenterPublic Hospital · Bellerose, NY- Due
- Dec 16, 2026
- 49 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Szczepkowski
- (515) 555-1212
The 30-second brief
New York State Office of Mental Health seeks applications to support seven SOS Critical Time Intervention (CTI) Teams to operate in New York City (Manhattan), providing intensive outreach, engagement, and care coordination services for estimated street homeless individuals. Teams will use an evidence-based CTI approach providing pre- and post-housing placement services over a 12-month period to facilitate connection to treatment, support services, and community housing. Each team requires 12.0 FTEs including licensed clinicians, care managers, peer specialists, registered nurses, and CASAC staff. The submission deadline is December 16, 2026, with proposals submitted online via the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Contracts will be for a five-year term with annual funding ranging from $1,451,766 to $1,567,150 per team.
Operating Budget (Appendix B)
Notification of LGUs: 1, Population: 23, Description of Program: 25, Implementation: 12, Agency Performance: 4, Utilization Review, Reporting, and Quality Improvement: 5, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Peer Support Language: 10, Financial Assessment: 20
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Summary
New York State Office of Mental Health seeks applications to support seven SOS Critical Time Intervention (CTI) Teams to operate in New York City (Manhattan), providing intensive outreach, engagement, and care coordination services for estimated street homeless individuals.
Teams will use an evidence-based CTI approach providing pre- and post-housing placement services over a 12-month period to facilitate connection to treatment, support services, and community housing. Each team requires 12.0 FTEs including licensed clinicians, care managers, peer specialists, registered nurses, and CASAC staff. The submission deadline is December 16, 2026, with proposals submitted online via the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Contracts will be for a five-year term with annual funding ranging from $1,451,766 to $1,567,150 per team.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Notification of LGUs: 1
- Population: 23
- Description of Program: 25
- Implementation: 12
- Agency Performance: 4
- Utilization Review
- Reporting
- Quality Improvement: 5
- Diversity
- Equity and Inclusion and Peer Support Language: 10
- Financial Assessment: 20
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Operating Budget (Appendix B)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Operating Budget (Appendix B)
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- MWBE Utilization Plan
- Proposal Template
REQUIRED STAFFING
11- Submit to
- https://sfs.ny.gov
- Scope location
- New York, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Office of Mental Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York City Childrens Psych Center?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 16, 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://sfs.ny.gov. For questions, contact Amanda Szczepkowski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York City Childrens Psych Center 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 Amanda Szczepkowski at (515) 555-1212. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Team Leader, licensed clinicians, LCSW, CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, Licensed Psychologist, care managers, peer specialists, Registered Nurse, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operating Budget (Appendix B). 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: "Notification of LGUs: 1, Population: 23, Description of Program: 25, Implementation: 12, Agency Performance: 4, Utilization Review, Reporting, and Quality Improvement: 5, Diversity, Equity and Inclusi..." 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 16, 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: Operating Budget (Appendix B), Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification, MWBE Utilization Plan, Proposal Template. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from New York City Childrens Psych Center 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.