NYS OMH Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative Round 10 RFP - MH253032
New York State Office of Mental Health | State of New YorkState · Albany, NY- Due
- Jul 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Carol Swiderski
The 30-second brief
New York State is soliciting proposals for the tenth round of ESSHI to provide service and operating funding for 1,400 units of permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals with special needs. Proposals are due by July 23, 2026.
Application Workbook, Program Specific Questions Form, Continuum of Care / Local Planning Support Document, OPWDD Regional Office Letter of Support (if applicable), Vendor Responsibility Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Policy Certification
Need (30 points), Impact (30 points), Readiness (15 points), Cost Effectiveness/Budget (25 points)
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Summary
New York State is soliciting proposals for the tenth round of ESSHI to provide service and operating funding for 1,400 units of permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals with special needs. Proposals are due by July 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Application Workbook
- Program Specific Questions Form
- Continuum of Care / Local Planning Support Document
- OPWDD Regional Office Letter of Support (if applicable)
- Vendor Responsibility Form
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification
- Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Policy Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- 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 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. 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: Application Workbook, Program Specific Questions Form, Continuum of Care / Local Planning Support Document, OPWDD Regional Office Letter of Support (if applicable), Vendor Responsibility Form, Sexual Harassment Prevention Certification, Gender-Based Violence and the Workplace Policy 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: "Need (30 points), Impact (30 points), Readiness (15 points), Cost Effectiveness/Budget (25 points)" 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 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. 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.