NYS Office of Mental Health Promoting Wellness and Healing in Communities RFP-OMH150-2025
New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Dec 2, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Szczepkowski
- (800) 597-8481
The 30-second brief
NYS OMH is seeking proposals from community-based organizations to implement strategies that enhance community resilience and reduce the impact of trauma. Up to 20 awards of $750,000 each will be made for a three-year term.
Quarterly progress reports, Annual reports, Financial reporting, Wellness strategy implementation, Community partnership development
Notification of LGUs (1), Applicant Qualifications and Project Structure (19), Implementation of Wellness Supports and Strategies (20), Promotion of Mental Wellness (10), Participation in NYS Trauma-Informed Network & Resource Center (12), Participation in OMH Quarterly Meetings (3), Data Collection Reporting and Evaluation (5), Commitment to Equity and Reduction of Disparities (10), Financial Assessment (20)
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Summary
NYS OMH is seeking proposals from community-based organizations to implement strategies that enhance community resilience and reduce the impact of trauma. Up to 20 awards of $750,000 each will be made for a three-year term.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Quarterly progress reports
- Annual reports
- Financial reporting
- Wellness strategy implementation
- Community partnership development
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Applicant Checklist
- Provider Contact Form
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification
- Proposal Template
- Operating Budget (Appendix B)
- LGU Notification Proof
- 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 December 2, 2025. 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 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 at (800) 597-8481. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly progress reports, Annual reports, Financial reporting, Wellness strategy implementation, Community partnership development. 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), Applicant Qualifications and Project Structure (19), Implementation of Wellness Supports and Strategies (20), Promotion of Mental Wellness (10), Participation in NYS Trauma-I..." 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?
All active and historical solicitations from New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New York are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New York 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 3 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: Applicant Checklist, Provider Contact Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Certification, Proposal Template, Operating Budget (Appendix B), LGU Not. 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.