New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports

Buyer seeks organizations to provide mobile outreach services that expand harm reduction education, support, resources, and linkages in the Bronx and Manhattan boroughs. Services will target individuals who actively use drugs and are not engaged in harm reduction or treatment services. The initiative aims to reduce drug-related fatalities, transmission of infectious diseases, and expand access to care. Street outreach teams will build trust with individuals while providing services that reduce negative consequences associated with substance use.

• 5/30/2025 - Date of Issue
• 6/16/2025 - Applicant Questions Due
• 7/11/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 1/1/2026 - Contract Start
• 12/31/2027 - Contract End

• Provide mobile outreach services in Bronx and Manhattan boroughs
• Deliver harm reduction education to drug users disengaged from services
• Build trust with individuals who face chronic barriers to care
• Link clients to appropriate treatment and withdrawal/crisis services
• Reduce drug-related fatalities through targeted street interventions
• Prevent transmission of infectious diseases like HIV/HCV
• Connect individuals to primary care and social services
• Reach those living far from brick-and-mortar harm reduction services
• Re-engage individuals who previously disengaged from SUD treatment
• Contribute to overall health improvement of people who use drugs