New York State OMH HealthySteps April 2026 Expansion RFA - MH253026
New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Carol Swiderski
The 30-second brief
The New York State Office of Mental Health is offering up to 38 awards totaling $18.4 million over five years to expand the HealthySteps program in pediatric and family medicine practices. Applications are due July 2, 2026.
Quarterly tracking and process data, National Office Annual Site Reporting, Individual level child and caregiver data from EMR
Completeness, eligibility criteria, prioritization for counties with no existing sites, ZIP code risk areas (Medicaid/self-pay birth percentage)
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Summary
The New York State Office of Mental Health is offering up to 38 awards totaling $18.4 million over five years to expand the HealthySteps program in pediatric and family medicine practices. Applications are due July 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Completeness
- Eligibility criteria
- Prioritization for counties with no existing sites
- ZIP code risk areas (Medicaid/self-pay birth percentage)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Quarterly tracking and process data
- National Office Annual Site Reporting
- Individual level child and caregiver data from EMR
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- MWBE Utilization Plan
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Submit to
- Statewide Financial System (SFS)
- Scope location
- New York State
- Reported agency
- New York State Office of Mental Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New York?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 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 Carol Swiderski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New York State Office of Mental 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 Carol Swiderski. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly tracking and process data, National Office Annual Site Reporting, Individual level child and caregiver data from EMR. 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: "Completeness, eligibility criteria, prioritization for counties with no existing sites, ZIP code risk areas (Medicaid/self-pay birth percentage)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New York?
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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: MWBE Utilization Plan, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification. Review the full document from New York State Office of Mental 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 State. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.