Contracting Opportunities

Proposals/Bids in 2016

The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) invests in a network of community based organizations and programs to alleviate the effects of poverty and provide opportunities for New Yorkers and communities to flourish.

DYCD contracts with various community-based organizations that provide services and activities for youth and low-income populations.


Invitation for Bid Name: 2017-18 Child and Adult Care Food Program at various Community Centers throughout New York City
Agency Email Contact: Bidquestions@dycd.nyc.gov
EPIN: 26016B0001

Bid Release Date: 04/12/17

DYCD is excited to announce the release of our Invitation for Bid for the 2017-18 Child and Adult Care Food Program at various Community Centers throughout New York City. 

Through an invitation for Bid, the Department of Youth and Community Development seeks a qualified Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to implement the 2017-18 Federally funded Child and Adult Care Food Program at Community Centers located in various New York City Housing Authority developments.

The FSMC will provide and deliver to the Centers complete, safe and nutritious meals that conform to the United States Department of Agriculture Required Meal Patterns and Food Specifications and also conform to the New York City Food Standards.

DYCD will enter into one (1) city-wide requirements contract with a single FSMC for an anticipated contract term of two (2) years, starting from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2019 with an option to renew for up to three additional years.

The pre-bid conference will be held at the Department of Youth and Community Development; 2 Lafayette Street, 14th floor Auditorium, New York, NY 10007 on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 3:00PM.

If you have questions about this solicitation please send an email to Bidquestions@dycd.nyc.gov. Please be sure to indicate "Food Bid" in the subject line.

The Bid Opening Date is Tuesday May 2, 2017 at 10:00AM.

Additional Documents:

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the 2017-18 Child and Adult Care Food Program at various Community Centers throughout NYC Invitation for Bid (IFB) Pre-Bid Conference transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation held on April 19,  2017 at 3:00pm.

Learn more about the Food Bid


Procurement Title: Capacity Building Services: Strengthening Organizations RFP
Agency Email Contact: RFPquestions@dycd.nyc.gov

RFP Release Date: 02/07/17

DYCD is excited to announce the release of our Capacity Building Services; Strengthening Organization Request for Proposals through the HHS Accelerator system. 

Through this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified vendors to provide capacity building support to DYCD funded organizations in New York City.   The RFP is comprised of four service options: 1) Board Governance; 2) Fiscal Management; 3) Fund Development Planning; and 4) Organization Development

Organizations pre-qualified in the service area of Capacity Building are eligible to apply and proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply..

The pre-proposal conference for this RFP will be held at the Department of Youth and Community Development; 2 Lafayette Street, 14th floor Auditorium New York, NY 10007 on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 2:00PM.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Fatherhood Initiative” in the subject line no later than March 6, 2017.

The due date for this RFP is March 15, 2017 at 2:00PM in the HHS Accelerator system.
Please go to visit the HHS Accelerator website to learn more and to apply.

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the Capacity Building Strengthening Organization Request For Proposal Pre-Proposal Conference  (PPC)  transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation from the PPC which were held on February 15,  2017 at 2:00pm.


Procurement Title: Fatherhood Initiative Request for Proposals
Agency Email Contact: RFPquestions@dycd.nyc.gov

RFP Release Date: 10/11/16

Through the HHS Accelerator system, DYCD is proud to release the Fatherhood Initiative Request for Proposals (RFP) to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

Through this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to operate fatherhood programs for noncustodial fathers in New York City (City). The goals of the fatherhood program are to 1) improve fathers’ relationships with their children and 2) increase fathers’ financial and material support for their children.

The pre-proposal conference for this RFP will be held at the Department of Youth and Community Development; 2 Lafayette Street, 14th floor Auditorium New York, NY 10007 on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 2:00PM.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Fatherhood Initiative” in the subject line no later than November 4, 2016.

The due date for this RFP is November 14, 2016 at 2:00PM in the HHS Accelerator system.
Please visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the Fatherhood Initiative  Request For Proposal Pre-Proposal Conference  (PPC)  transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation from the PPC which were held on October 18th, 2016 at 2:00 pm.


Procurement Title: Comprehensive Services for Immigrant Families
Agency: Department of Youth and Community Development
Agency Email Contact: RFPquestions@dycd.nyc.gov

RFP Release Date: 9/08/16

Through the HHS Accelerator system, DYCD is proud to release the Comprehensive Services for Immigrant Families Request for Proposals (RFP) to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

Through this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified not-for-profit organizations to deliver comprehensive services for immigrant families in low-income neighborhoods.
The pre-proposal conferences will be held as follows:

Date:  Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Times: 10:00am and 2:00pm
Location: Department of Youth and Community Development; 2 Lafayette Street, 14th floor Auditorium New York, NY 10007.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Comprehensive Services for Immigrant Families” in the subject line no later than September 23, 2016.

The due date for this RFP is October 6, 2016 at 2:00PM in the HHS Accelerator system.
Please visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the Comprehensive Services for Immigrant Families Request For Proposal Pre-Proposal Conference (PPC) transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation from the PPC which was held on September 13th 2016 at 10:00 am, and again at 2:00 pm.


NYCHA Cornerstone Programs Request for Proposals (RFP) Re-issue

DYCD is proud to release the NYCHA Cornerstone Programs Request for Proposals (RFP) Re-issue through the HHS Accelerator system to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to operate innovative Cornerstone community center programs for youth and adults located in NYCHA developments across New York City. This RFP is comprised of two (2) programs:

  • Manhattan-Grant (contract term July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019 with options to renew for three additional years)
  • Brooklyn- Wyckoff Gardens (contract term September 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019 with options to renew for three additional years)

Please note the pre-proposal conference for this RFP will be held at 2 Lafayette Street, 14th Floor Auditorium, New York, NY 10007 and is scheduled for the following date and time:

  • Friday, June 3, 2016 at 2:00PM
The due date for this RFP is Monday, June 13, 2016 at 2:00PM in the HHS Accelerator system.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Cornerstone” in the subject line.

Please visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.


Procurement Title: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Request for Proposals for In-School Youth (ISY) Programs
Agency: Department of Youth and Community Development
Agency Email Contact: RFPquestions@dycd.nyc.gov

Through the HHS Accelerator system, DYCD is proud to release the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Request for Proposals for In-School Youth (ISY) to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

Through this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to implement federally funded Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs for In-School Youth ages 14-21 years old.

It is anticipated that the contract term will be from September 1, 2016 to August 31, 2020 with options to renew for up to an additional two years.

Please note the pre-proposal conferences for this RFP will be held at  2 Lafayette Street, 14th Floor Auditorium, New York, NY 10007 and is scheduled for the following date and times:

  • Thursday, January  28, 2016 at 10 am or 2:00pm

The due date for this RFP is February 23, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the HHS Accelerator system.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “WIOA ISY” in the subject line no later than February 12, 2016.

Please visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.


Procurement Title: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) RFP for Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Programs
Agency: Department of Youth and Community Development
Agency Email Contact: RFPquestions@dycd.nyc.gov

DYCD is proud to release the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Request for Proposal (RFP) for Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Programs through the HHS Accelerator system to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to implement federally funded WIOA programs for OSY, ages 16 to 24 years old. DYCD aims to fund integrated and holistic models that will strengthen New York City’s workforce development system and help young people gain the support, educational credentials and skills needed to succeed in today’s economy.

It is anticipated that the contract term will be from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2020 with options to renew for an additional two years.  Please note, the last year of the contract term and last year of any renewal term will be for follow up services only.

Please note the pre-proposal conferences for this RFP will be held at  2 Lafayette Street, 14th Floor Auditorium, New York, NY 10007 and is scheduled for the following date and times:

Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at 10:00am or 2:00pm

**The OSY RFP due date has been extended to January 5th, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the HHS Accelerator system.**

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “WIOA OSY” in the subject line no later than December 11, 2015.

Please visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the WIOA OSY RFP’s transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation from the pre-proposal conferences which were held on December 2nd , 2015 at 10:00am and December 2nd at 2:00pm


NYCHA Cornerstone Programs Request for Proposals

DYCD is proud to release the NYCHA Cornerstone Programs Request for Proposals (RFP) through the HHS Accelerator system to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to operate innovative Cornerstone community center programs for youth and adults located in NYCHA developments across New York City.  A total of 94 programs will be funded, one for each of the existing Cornerstone sites.

It is anticipated that the contract term will be from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019 with options to renew for three additional years.

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Cornerstone” in the subject line.

**Due date for this RFP has been extended to November 19, 2015 at 2:00 pm in the HHS Accelerator system**

In accordance with the Procurement Policy Board Rules, section 3-02(h), the Department of Youth and Community Development is making available the Cornerstone RFP’s transcript, attendance sheets, and presentation from the pre-proposal conferences which were held on October 7, 2015 at 2:00pm and October 8, 2015 at 2:00pm.


Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Ladders for Leaders Request for Proposals

DYCD is proud to release the Summer Youth Employment Programs (SYEP) Ladders for Leaders Request for Proposal (RFP) through the HHS Accelerator system to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurement” section of the system by those same pre-qualified organizations. Visit HHS Accelerator to learn more and to apply.

In this RFP, DYCD is seeking appropriately qualified organizations to administer the Ladders for Leaders (paid internships) service option of SYEP. Participants will be aged 16-22 and must be in high school or college and have prior work experience, either paid or volunteer. Contractors will provide intensive work readiness training to program youth before sending them on interviews with employers.

It is anticipated that the contract term will be from January 4, 2016 to January 3, 2019 with options to renew for three additional years.

Please note the pre-proposal conference for this RFP is scheduled for August 19, 2015 at 2:00pm at 2 Lafayette Street, 14th Floor Auditorium, New York, NY 10007.

**Due date of this RFP is Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 2:00pm in the HHS Accelerator system**

Questions regarding this RFP should be emailed to rfpquestions@dycd.nyc.gov indicating “Ladders for Leaders” in the subject line.


Selected Community Schools Request for Proposals (RFP)

The Department of Youth and Community Development has released the following three Requests for Proposals (RFP) through the HHS Accelerator system to those organizations prequalified in the relevant service areas. Likewise, proposals must be submitted through the HHS Accelerator system in the manner set forth in the “Procurements” section of the system by those same prequalified organizations.

  • COMPASS Elementary Programs RFP (18 schools)
  • COMPASS School Based Elementary Programs (re-issue)
  • SONYC Additional Public Schools Sites (re-issue)

The pre-proposal conference for the two COMPASS program RFPs will be Friday June 26, 2015 at 10:00am.

The pre-proposal conference for the SONYC RFP will be Friday June 26, 2015 at 2:00pm.

Both conferences will be held at 2 Lafayette Street, 12th floor Auditorium New York, NY 10007.

**Deadline to respond to these three RFPs is July 16, 2015 at 2:00pm in the HHS Accelerator system**

Visit HHS Accelerator and select NYC Procurement Roadmap to learn more.