New York State OMH Older Adult Technical Assistance Center (OATAC) RFP-MH263035 - 2026
New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Szczepkowski
The 30-second brief
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is soliciting proposals for the establishment of an Older Adult Technical Assistance Center (OATAC) under RFP# MH263035. The OATAC will provide programmatic, evaluation, and fiscal technical assistance to support 'Teams to Promote Aging in Place in OMH Supportive Housing (TPAP)' grantees. Services include staff training on clinical best practices, consultation on interdisciplinary team collaboration, guidance on fiscal sustainability and billing for behavioral health/aging services, and program evaluation. Eligible applicants are not-for-profit agencies with 501(c) incorporation. One award will be made for $200,000 annually over a five-year term, totaling $1,000,000. Proposals must be submitted via the Statewide Financial System (SFS) by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. A question deadline is set for September 17, 2026.
Technical Assistance, Training, Reporting, Program Evaluation, Fiscal Guidance
Qualifications (25), Content Areas (25), Technical Assistance and Reporting (20), Diversity Equity and Inclusion and Peer Support Language (10), Financial Assessment (20)
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Summary
The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is soliciting proposals for the establishment of an Older Adult Technical Assistance Center (OATAC) under RFP# MH263035.
The OATAC will provide programmatic, evaluation, and fiscal technical assistance to support 'Teams to Promote Aging in Place in OMH Supportive Housing (TPAP)' grantees. Services include staff training on clinical best practices, consultation on interdisciplinary team collaboration, guidance on fiscal sustainability and billing for behavioral health/aging services, and program evaluation. Eligible applicants are not-for-profit agencies with 501(c) incorporation. One award will be made for $200,000 annually over a five-year term, totaling $1,000,000. Proposals must be submitted via the Statewide Financial System (SFS) by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. A question deadline is set for September 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Technical Assistance
- Training
- Reporting
- Program Evaluation
- Fiscal Guidance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Operating Budget (Appendix B)
- Provider Contact form
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Proposal Template
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- Statewide Financial System (SFS) online portal
- Scope location
- Albany, NY
- 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 October 29, 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) online portal. For questions, contact Amanda Szczepkowski.
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 Amanda Szczepkowski. 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: Case manager, homecare professional, peer professional. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Assistance, Training, Reporting, Program Evaluation, Fiscal Guidance. 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: "Qualifications (25), Content Areas (25), Technical Assistance and Reporting (20), Diversity Equity and Inclusion and Peer Support Language (10), Financial Assessment (20)" 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.
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), Provider Contact form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender Based Violence and the Workplace Certification, Proposal Template. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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: Albany, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.