Bid guide
How to bid on Traumatic Brain Injury Family, Advocacy, Counseling and Training Services for NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
What the agency is buying
The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities is seeking information for traumatic brain injury family advocacy, counseling, and training services. This is a statewide contract opportunity.
This Request for Information (RFI) is an important step for the agency to gather details before potentially issuing a formal solicitation. Your response can help shape future requirements.
Key dates and deadlines
This RFI was published on August 22, 2026. The deadline for submissions is September 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for nonprofit organizations. The selected organization must have regional offices located throughout New York State to serve all counties.
Vendors in the education and miscellaneous services categories with experience in family advocacy, counseling, and training related to traumatic brain injury will find this relevant.
How to respond
To access the full details and submission instructions, you will first need to open the link to the NY State Contract Reporter search. The advertisement for SOI OPD-2026-56 will be visible without needing to log in.
To view the complete advertisement, all associated documents, and any questions and answers, you must create a free vendor account on the NY State Contract Reporter. Once you have an account, follow the specific submission instructions provided within the advertisement, referencing the CR#.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, treat your response with care. Provide clear, concise, and comprehensive information about your organization's capabilities and experience in providing traumatic brain injury family advocacy, counseling, and training services.
Highlight your organization's statewide presence and ability to serve all counties in New York. Emphasize your nonprofit status and any relevant certifications or accreditations. Ensure your response directly addresses any specific questions or areas of interest outlined in the RFI documents.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from People with Developmental Disabilities, NYS Office for; the original posting controls.