New York State Office of Mental Health - Safe Option Support (SOS) Program: Overnight Teams - MH263039
New York City Childrens Psych CenterPublic Hospital · Bellerose, NY- Due
- Dec 16, 2026
- 48 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jeremy Rossello
- (518) 474-1387
The 30-second brief
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) seeks proposals to operate three Safe Options Support (SOS) Overnight Outreach Teams and one 1.5 FTE SOS Overnight Coordinator in New York City. The teams will provide nightly outreach in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, engaging individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness in subway stations, hospital emergency departments, and public locations. Services focus on crisis intervention, behavioral health assessments, emergency shelter placements, and warm handoffs to daytime SOS teams. The contract term is five years with total funding of $20,542,830 ($4,108,566 annually). Proposals are due by December 16, 2026, and must be submitted through the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Applicants must be 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agencies prequalified in SFS.
Operating Budget (Appendix B)
Notification of LGUs (1 points), Population (14 points), Description of Program (27 points), Implementation (14 points), Agency Performance (7 points), Utilization Review, Reporting, and Quality Improvement (7 points), Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Peer Support Language (10 points), Financial Assessment (20 points)
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Summary
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) seeks proposals to operate three Safe Options Support (SOS) Overnight Outreach Teams and one 1.5 FTE SOS Overnight Coordinator in New York City.
The teams will provide nightly outreach in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, engaging individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness in subway stations, hospital emergency departments, and public locations. Services focus on crisis intervention, behavioral health assessments, emergency shelter placements, and warm handoffs to daytime SOS teams. The contract term is five years with total funding of $20,542,830 ($4,108,566 annually). Proposals are due by December 16, 2026, and must be submitted through the Statewide Financial System (SFS). Applicants must be 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agencies prequalified in SFS.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Operating Budget (Appendix B)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- MWBE Utilization Plan
- Equal Opportunity Staffing Plan
- Workforce Utilization Report
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Proposal Template
- Budget Template
- Proof of LGU notification
- Provider Contact form
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- Statewide Financial System (SFS)
- Duration
- 60 months
- 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: Statewide Financial System (SFS). For questions, contact Jeremy Rossello.
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 Jeremy Rossello at (518) 474-1387. 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, Assistant Team Leader, Care Manager, Mental Health Peer Specialist, Overnight Coordinator. 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 points), Population (14 points), Description of Program (27 points), Implementation (14 points), Agency Performance (7 points), Utilization Review, Reporting, and Quality Impro..." 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: MWBE Utilization Plan, Equal Opportunity Staffing Plan, Workforce Utilization Report, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification, Proposal Templa. 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.