New York State Contract Reporter #RFP# OCM-2026-09

NY OCM Seeks Administrator for Equity Business Development Grant Program

The New York State Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is seeking a third-party administrator to manage the Equity Business Development Grant program for Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) and Social and Economic Equity (SEE) licensees. - Government Buyer: - New York State Office of Cannabis Management, Administration Division - Scope of Work: - Develop and host an online application portal for grant applicants - Review and evaluate applications for eligibility - Distribute grant awards totaling $6 million, with individual grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 - Provide technical assistance, customer service, and real-time dashboards - Deliver monthly and post-grant reporting - Supply all necessary IT infrastructure (hardware, software, security, communication platforms) - Ensure culturally and linguistically competent services, including translation, interpretation, and outreach to reduce barriers statewide - Implement fraud prevention measures - Meet supplier diversity goals: 15% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), 15% Women Business Enterprise (WBE), and 6% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) participation - Unique Requirements: - Services must be accessible and equitable for all New York State communities - Awards are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract term is two years

Description

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is seeking competitive proposals for a third-party grant administrator to facilitate The Equity Business Development Grant. The selected vendor will administer an electronic request for application (RFA), evaluate eligibility for awards, and distribute funds. The vendor must provide all necessary infrastructure including hardware, software, security, and communication platforms, and adhere to IT specifications. The vendor must also demonstrate capacity to deliver services in a culturally and linguistically competent manner to ensure equitable access across New York State. Awards will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted.

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