Rabbi Services at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

The New York State Office of Mental Health is soliciting bids for Rabbi Services at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center in West Brentwood, New York, under IFB C202885, with proposals due January 30, 2026. There are no SDVOB or DBE participation goals, and no incumbent exists for this service.

The scope is one year of spiritual services (May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027) at up to 10 hours per week over 52 weeks per year. Services include individual spiritual counseling two days per week, facilitated group spiritual sessions twice weekly, holiday and bereavement services, attendance at patient and departmental meetings, and completion of annual facility trainings. The contractor will use a shared office space with desk and computer provided by the facility. No travel expenses or reimbursement are permitted, and all prices are fixed for the contract term with no escalation allowed.

Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience providing the required services and submit pricing using the IFB's Bid Quote Sheet, specifying hourly rates, hours per week, and weeks per year to calculate total annual contract value. Payment is monthly upon invoice submission and New York State Comptroller approval (applicable to contracts exceeding $50,000). Mandatory requirements include workers' compensation and disability benefits insurance, Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire completion, three business references, Form ST-220-CA filing with the New York State Tax Department, and MWBE and EEO certifications. The contractor must comply with HIPAA and Mental Hygiene Law confidentiality requirements and prevailing wage provisions where applicable.

An optional site visit is scheduled for January 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the facility. Written questions are due January 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.; OMH will answer by January 23, 2026. Awards will be made to the responsible and responsive bidder submitting the lowest total bid amount who meets all mandatory requirements. A restricted communication period applies under New York State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k — only the designated sole point of contact may be contacted during this period.