How to bid on Woodhull Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units Main Construction for NYC Health + Hospitals

What NYC Health + Hospitals is buying

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking construction services for Outposted Therapeutic Housing Units (OTxHU) Main Construction at their Woodhull facility in Brooklyn, New York. This is a significant construction opportunity for firms in the New York area.

Key dates and deadlines

A mandatory pre-bid meeting is required for all eligible bidders. You must attend one of the scheduled meetings: Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM; Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM; or Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. These meetings will be held at NYC H+H Woodhull, 3rd Floor Conference Center. Late attendees will not be accommodated, so plan to arrive early. You are encouraged to arrive at least thirty minutes before the start time, and a grace period of no more than fifteen minutes will be granted to late arrivals. Social distancing protocols must be observed, and kindly limit your staff to one person at the meetings.

Technical questions must be submitted in writing by email no later than Wednesday, July 22, 2026, by 5:00 PM to [email protected]. The bid submission deadline is September 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in therapeutic housing unit construction. Bidders must meet specific minimum qualifications outlined in the contract documents. All contractors must be adequately insured by a NAIC-admitted insurance carrier. Non-admitted carriers will not be accepted. The awarded contractor will be required to execute and submit a Letter of Assent to the NYC Health and Hospitals (HHC) Project Labor Agreement.

For bids of $500,000 or more, a 30% M/WBE goal applies. Bidders not complying with these terms will have their bids declared non-responsive. Sub-contractors are encouraged to attend the pre-bid meetings to access the potential bidder's list. Required trade licenses are also applicable where necessary.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click on the 'View original source' link, which will open NYC's Current Solicitations open-data list. Find this solicitation using its PIN or title. To view documents or submit your bid, search the PIN on City Record Online or register a free vendor account in PASSPort and respond before the due date.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the contract documents to understand all minimum qualifications and insurance requirements before preparing your bid. Ensure your firm meets all eligibility criteria, including any required trade licenses. Pay close attention to the mandatory pre-bid meeting attendance; failure to attend will disqualify your bid.

If your bid is $500,000 or more, develop a clear plan to meet the 30% M/WBE goal. Familiarize yourself with the NYC Health and Hospitals Project Labor Agreement and be prepared to execute a Letter of Assent. Beginning January 1, 2026, all certified payrolls for contracts bid on or after December 31, 2025, must be submitted electronically through NYC eComply, so ensure your systems are ready for this requirement.