Independent Evaluation of the New York Tobacco Control Program

The New York State Department of Health has awarded a sole-source contract to the Research Triangle Institute to conduct comprehensive evaluation and surveillance services for the state's Tobacco Program. This contract, spanning from October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2025, encompasses a wide range of activities including the administration of key surveys such as the New York Adult Tobacco Survey, the National New York Adult Tobacco Survey, and the New York Youth Tobacco Survey, along with media tracking, policy impact assessments, and performance measurement of program activities. The contract aims to assess various aspects of tobacco use among adults and youth, evaluate media campaigns, monitor policy outcomes, and analyze the utilization of cessation benefits by Medicaid beneficiaries, providing critical data to inform tobacco control efforts across all counties in New York State. Key deliverables are scheduled annually or biennially and include detailed reports such as the Independent Evaluation Report and survey data processing, with specific activities like the 2024 Youth Tobacco Survey data processing and planning for the 2026 survey to occur during the extension year. The contract is classified under NAICS code 812990 and is valued between five and fifteen million dollars. The procurement was designated as a single-source award due to the exclusive qualification of the Research Triangle Institute, and inquiries regarding this exemption should be directed to the appropriate contact. The contract's end date is December 17, 2024, with the overall project continuing until September 30, 2025, and it covers all counties within New York State.