About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC), on behalf of the NYC Health Department, seeks quotes for an emerging substances consultant to provide remote clinical guidance and training. The selected consultant will translate NYC Health Department drug-checking data into provider communications, create locally relevant clinical guidance, deliver monthly two-hour trainings to outreach teams and Syringe Service Programs, convene six one-hour provider meetings, and serve as a subject matter expert on topics like K2-related issues. Eligibility is limited to USA organizations. Applicants must hold a medical degree (MD or DO) or an advanced practice provider license (NP or PA) with extensive clinical practice managing substance use disorders, withdrawal protocols, and co-occurring health conditions. Qualified candidates must submit a CV or resume, a maximum two-page introduction letter detailing relevant experience, availability, and a fully loaded hourly rate, alongside two professional references via email to [email protected] by November 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. FPHNYC will evaluate proposals based on qualifications and relevant experience, availability to meet deliverables, and proposed pricing. The contract term runs from mid-December 2026 through August 31, 2027, averaging 40 hours per month, with potential extension depending on performance, need, and grant funding.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- The Fund for Public Health in New York City
Scope of work
- Collaborate with providers and subject matter experts to create locally relevant clinical guidance on emerging substances.
- Translate findings from NYC Health Department drug-checking data into provider-facing communications for broad dissemination.
- Convene subject matter experts to gather input on content and dissemination needs across various settings.
- Deliver training sessions to outreach teams and community providers, including Syringe Service Programs (SSPs), on responding to emerging substances and overdose prevention strategies.
- Provide technical support to ensure effective implementation of guidance and protocols.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and reviewer for emerging substances and overdose response.
- Convene providers to discuss recent drug trends, gather information on their experiences, and address questions.
- Deliver six 1-hour provider meetings, monthly health alerts/clinical guidance documents, and monthly 2-hour training sessions.
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications and relevant experience | Not specified |
| Availability and ability to meet the deliverables within the specified timeframe | Not specified |
| Proposed pricing | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- A medical degree (MD or DO) or advanced practice provider license (NP or PA) with extensive clinical practice managing substance use disorders, withdrawal protocols, and co-occurring health conditions
- Relevant experience in developing clinical guidance and providing training and technical assistance on emerging substances
- Knowledge of and experience working in New York City substance use services strongly preferred
Documents to include with your response
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
- Brief letter of introduction (maximum 2 pages) detailing experience, price proposal (fully loaded hourly rate), and availability
- Two references with contact details and relationship descriptions
Key dates
- Date Response Due
- November 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit in PDF format to [email protected] with subject line Consultant_Emerging Substances RFQ.
Contract details
- Term
- 12.2026 – 8.2027 (mid-December through August 31, 2027) with potential for extension
- Place of performance
- Remote
- Funding
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Overdose Data to Action: Limiting Overdose through Collaborative Actions in Localities (OD2A: LOCAL) program
