The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) is dedicated to advancing evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery services for individuals affected by substance use disorders across the state. Its core mission centers on expanding access to comprehensive, community-ba...
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) is dedicated to advancing evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery services for individuals affected by substance use disorders across the state. Its core mission centers on expanding access to comprehensive, community-based care through workforce development, technical assistance, and data-driven program evaluation. Strategic priorities include strengthening vocational rehabilitation pathways, enhancing street outreach initiatives, and modernizing digital tools for clinical and administrative support. The agency prioritizes integrated service models that connect behavioral health with employment, housing, and social support systems, ensuring sustainable recovery outcomes.
OASAS procures a broad range of professional and operational services to sustain its statewide network of treatment and recovery programs. Contracts frequently target specialized human services, technology advisory, and field-based support functions. The agency relies on competitive solicitations and direct award mechanisms to engage qualified vendors capable of delivering scalable, compliant, and culturally competent interventions. Procurement vehicles are primarily performance-based, emphasizing measurable outcomes in client engagement and service delivery.
Primary procurement activity centers on other computer-related services, personal services, and vocational rehabilitation support, reflecting a strong emphasis on digital infrastructure, frontline workforce deployment, and behavioral health analytics. Engineering and environmental consulting services are acquired to support facility and program design, while graphic and interior design services enhance public-facing materials and treatment environments. The agency does not currently employ set-asides and engages vendors broadly across sectors, favoring those with demonstrated expertise in behavioral health systems and public sector compliance.
OASAS operates as a division within New York State Departments, with statewide jurisdiction and no fixed physical headquarters. It coordinates with local providers through a decentralized model, utilizing competitive bidding, request for proposals, and task order contracts to meet evolving program demands across urban, suburban, and rural communities.
