How to bid on Medical Malpractice Defense Services for NYC Health + Hospitals

What NYC Health + Hospitals is buying

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking law firms to defend the organization and its medical staff in medical malpractice claims, including high-exposure cases. Assigned work may also include regulatory matters, advice on risk management and quality assurance programs, and in-service lectures for hospital staff.

The RFP offers two contract types: high-volume, full-case defense from the initial Notice of Claim through final disposition, including trial; and as-needed assignments for firms with specialized legal expertise. Firms may request consideration for either or both types.

Deadline and what happens next

Proposals are due November 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Submit through PASSPort before the deadline; the provided information does not state what happens after submissions close.

Who this opportunity suits

This RFP is for law firms specializing in medical malpractice defense. The high-volume contract may suit firms prepared to manage cases through trial and final disposition. The as-needed contract may suit firms with exceptional expertise in trial practice, medical malpractice, health care law, insurance, or a similar area.

How to access and respond

Click “View original source” to open NYC’s Current Solicitations open-data list, which can be read without logging in. Find the solicitation by its PIN or title.

To view documents or submit a proposal, search for the PIN on City Record Online or register a free vendor account in PASSPort and respond before the due date. The city posts bids to City Record and PASSPort.

Prepare a focused proposal

State clearly whether your firm seeks the major defense firm contract, the specialty firm contract, or both. Connect your relevant experience and legal expertise to the contract category or categories you choose.

Explain how your firm would handle the work described in the RFP, including case defense, regulatory advice, and support for risk management and quality assurance programs where relevant. Review the solicitation documents for required forms, submission instructions, and evaluation details, and leave time to complete the PASSPort submission before the deadline.