Increasing Training Capacity in Statewide Healthcare Facilities

The contract supports a statewide healthcare workforce training expansion program funded by up to 32.5 million dollars annually over five years, targeting not-for-profit Article 28 healthcare facilities across New York State. The initiative aims to increase training capacity to address workforce shortages in various health disciplines, with awards anticipated to run from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. Applicants must submit comprehensive proposals by October 14, 2025, including detailed work plans, budgets, and supporting documentation demonstrating their capacity to deliver measurable outcomes aligned with program goals. The program emphasizes equitable participation, requiring applicants to develop MWBE and EEO compliance plans, and adhere to federal and state procurement, audit, and reporting standards, notably 2 CFR Part 200 and New York State MWBE regulations. Funding will be allocated competitively based on a point-scored evaluation across program design, mission fit, budget justification, administrative capacity, and work plan quality, with awards made to the highest-scoring responsive proposals. Contract performance is statewide, with services delivered within healthcare facilities across all counties, and inspections conducted at the service sites to ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. The contract incorporates extensive federal and state regulations, including conflict of interest policies, procurement standards, audit requirements, and MWBE and EEO mandates, with provisions for termination for cause and compliance monitoring. Payment processes involve quarterly invoicing through the Statewide Financial System, with detailed budget line items covering personnel, contractual services, travel, equipment, space, utilities, operating expenses, and indirect costs, all subject to allowable cost principles. Applicants must complete a series of attachments, including eligibility proof, work plans, subcontractor plans, and responsibility attestations, uploaded as read-only PDFs within a 20 MB limit. The solicitation process is managed electronically via SFS, with clear instructions on submission procedures, roles, and deadlines, and questions to be directed to the designated program contact by September 12, 2025.