How to bid on Justice Involved Supportive Housing for NYC Health and Mental Hygiene

What NYC Health and Mental Hygiene is buying

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking proposals for permanent supportive housing units. This housing is for adults, aged 18 and older, who frequently interact with the justice and homeless systems. The primary focus is on individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. The agency anticipates expanding this to include individuals who also frequently use mental health treatment services.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Proposals (RFP) has an open-ended submission period, with a listed deadline of December 31, 2099, at 11:59 PM ET. Proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis. This means the agency will review submissions as they come in, rather than waiting for a single closing date.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for organizations prequalified in relevant service areas through the HHS Accelerator system. The work involves providing permanent supportive housing, specifically targeting individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders who have frequent contact with the justice and homeless systems. Firms with experience in healthcare and social services, particularly in supportive housing or services for justice-involved populations, would be a good fit.

How to respond

To respond, you must be an organization prequalified in the relevant service areas through the HHS Accelerator system. Proposals are submitted directly through the HHS Accelerator system. You can learn more about HHS Accelerator by visiting the NYC.gov website for HHS Accelerator.

To view the solicitation documents, you can find this opportunity by its PIN or title on NYC's Current Solicitations list. You can also search the PIN on City Record Online or register a free vendor account in PASSPort to view documents and submit your response.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this is an open-ended RFP, focus on submitting a strong proposal as soon as you are ready, rather than waiting until the listed deadline. Ensure your organization is fully prequalified in the necessary service areas within the HHS Accelerator system before attempting to submit.

Clearly demonstrate your organization's experience and capacity to provide permanent supportive housing. Highlight your expertise in working with adults who have mental illness, substance use disorders, and frequent contact with the justice and homeless systems. Detail your proposed approach to support these specific populations effectively.