Public Service Loan Forgiveness Support Services

OMH is seeking bids/proposals from qualified vendors to provide Public Service Loan Forgiveness Support Services for Central Office. Please see the attached documents to place a bid for RFP 24-305 The purpose of this service is to support the OMH workforce in engaging in the PSLF program while understanding that public service employees often do not have the time to navigate federal loan forgiveness programs. Anticipated outcomes will result in the following: · Increasing retention of the OMH workforce by supporting employees seeking public service loan forgiveness. · Reducing the burden on the OMH workforce in navigating the PSLF program including frequent changes to the program. · Providing technical support through the application process and changes to the PSLF program. · Creating a library of resources for the OMH workforce including recorded trainings, documents, and other relevant materials. Method of Award: This procurement is being conducted as a Request for Proposals (RFP) in accordance with applicable New York State procurement guidelines. The contract will be awarded to the vendor whose proposal provides the best value to OMH, as determined in accordance with the solicitation requirements. Review the solicitation thoroughly to determine eligibility. At a minimum, responding firms should demonstrate the following basic qualifications: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in conducting ongoing virtual trainings.- Must have a track record of providing high-quality support and feedback in an online setting- Must have a thorough understanding of the PSLF program, including guidance surrounding regulatory changes to the PSLF and implications for participants in the program Response are due no later than March 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. ESTKey Dates: Deadline for Questions: February 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST OMH Responses to Questions Issued: February 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST Proposal/Bid Due Date: March 19, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST Anticipated Award Date: As soon as possible after Bid due Date Business enterprises awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: none Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) SDVOB Goal: 6.00% Minority / Women Business Enterprise contracting goals (MWBE) MBE Goal: 16.00% WBE Goal: 14.00%