Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #C161894
RFI for Statewide On-Site and Virtual Audiology Services for NYS Corrections
Posted
August 28, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
C161894
NAICS
621340, 621399
The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) is seeking information from vendors for statewide on-site and virtual audiology services for incarcerated individuals. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) - Contract Procurement Unit and Support Operations offices - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; vendors must supply their own equipment - Products/Services Requested: - On-site and virtual audiology services - Diagnostic hearing testing - Impedance/middle ear testing - Hearing aid evaluations - Procurement, fitting, and dispensing of hearing aids - Follow-up care, hearing aid analysis, simple repairs - Patient education - Otolaryngology services - Vendors must provide New York State licensed audiologists, hearing instrument specialists, and otolaryngologists - Vendors must use their own diagnostic and hearing aid equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Hearing aid dispenser registration required - Language translation workflow for patient communication - Technical support and maintenance for vendor-supplied equipment - Ability to provide services across all state correctional facilities - RFI seeks information on vendor capabilities, technical systems, support procedures, and pricing structures - This is an RFI for information gathering, not a solicitation for contract award
Description
The New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) is seeking information and interest from vendors who provide on-site and virtual audiology services, including diagnostic hearing testing, treatment hearing aids, and otolaryngology services for the incarcerated population. The purpose of this RFI is to gather information on vendors' capabilities to test, diagnose, and treat hearing issues using their own equipment. Vendors would also be responsible for procuring, dispensing, maintaining, and repairing hearing aids, as well as providing patient education. This is an informational inquiry and not a solicitation for contract award.