Transportation Services for OPWDD Day Habilitation Programs in NY Counties

The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) requires 2027-2032 route-based and round-trip transportation services for day habilitation programs in Bronx, New York, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties. The selected vendor must transport staff and program participants with developmental disabilities between origins and destinations, maintain vehicle supervision, provide dedicated routes, and supply at least one vehicle with a lift rated for power wheelchairs. Eligibility is limited to USA organizations. Bidders must comply with NYS DOT laws, supply drug and alcohol testing proof, hold passenger operating authority, maintain valid DOT inspection certificates, and utilize 19A CDL certified drivers. For Bronx and New York Counties, contractors must submit a Taxi and Limousine Commission Paratransit Base Operator's License or exemption letter. Questions are due by November 10, 2026. OPWDD will award contracts to the responsible, responsive bidder offering the lowest Estimated Annual Total Cost for Transportation Services per Cluster, evaluated separately based on the original Cost Proposal Form.