NYS Office of Mental Health Home Based Crisis Intervention MH/IDD Statewide RFP-MH253012 2025
New York State Office Mental Health (Omh)School · Albany, NY- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Carol Swiderski
The 30-second brief
The NYS Office of Mental Health is procuring six Home Based Crisis Intervention (HBCI) teams to serve youth ages 5-20 with co-occurring MH/IDD at risk of hospitalization. Proposals are due February 5, 2026.
Operating Budget, Budget Narrative, Proposal Template, LGU Notification Proof, Provider Contact Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
LGU Notification (1), DEI and Peer Support (10), Agency Qualifications (9), Population Experience (10), Program Development (17), Program Implementation (25), Quality Improvement (8), Financial Assessment (20)
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Summary
The NYS Office of Mental Health is procuring six Home Based Crisis Intervention (HBCI) teams to serve youth ages 5-20 with co-occurring MH/IDD at risk of hospitalization. Proposals are due February 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Operating Budget
- Budget Narrative
- Proposal Template
- LGU Notification Proof
- Provider Contact Form
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Appendix B
- Proposal Template
- Provider Contact Form
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- 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 Mental Health (Omh)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 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 Mental Health (Omh) 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 staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Supervisor, Interventionist, Psychiatric prescriber, Peer Advocate. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operating Budget, Budget Narrative, Proposal Template, LGU Notification Proof, Provider Contact Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification. 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: "LGU Notification (1), DEI and Peer Support (10), Agency Qualifications (9), Population Experience (10), Program Development (17), Program Implementation (25), Quality Improvement (8), Financial Assess..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New York State Office Mental Health (Omh)?
All active and historical solicitations from New York State Office Mental Health (Omh) are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, New York State Office Mental Health (Omh) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Appendix B, Proposal Template, Provider Contact Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from New York State Office Mental Health (Omh) 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.