🎯 HEADLINE OPPORTUNITY
ACS — Citywide Interpretation & VRI Services (RFP)
EPIN: 06825P0008
Value: $10.6M
Term: 3 years + two 1-year renewals
Due Date: December 11, 2025 ⚠️ 4 DAYS
MWBE Goal: 30% subcontracting
What They’re Buying
ACS is sourcing a full-scope language services vendor to provide:
In-person interpreters
Video Remote Interpretation (VRI)
On-demand video interpretation
Interpreter testing and certification
Training, QA, and compliance tracking
Citywide coverage across child welfare & protective services offices
Why This Matters
This is one of ACS’s highest-volume service contracts. The 30% MWBE requirement is built in — primes must show a credible subcontracting plan, not recycled boilerplate.
Fast Win for MWBEs
Guaranteed subcontracting participation (Local Law 1)
Five-year revenue potential if renewals are exercised
High daily demand across the ACS system
Red Flags
Tight turnaround (<100 hours)
Must cover all five boroughs
VRI tech capability required
Action Step
If you’re not priming, identify firms that held ACS’s prior language contracts and reach out TODAY to offer MWBE subcontracting (languages, borough coverage, VRI support).
Need help identifying past awardees? Reply with the EPIN — we’ll pull the history.
💼 HIGH-VALUE OPPORTUNITIES
DHS — $47.7M Citywide Meal Program (Adult & Family Shelters)
EPIN: 07125P0011
Value: $47.7M
Term: July 2026 – June 2029
Due Date: January 20, 2026
Mandatory Pre-Proposal: December 15, 2025
What They’re Buying
One prime vendor to produce, package, and deliver meals across the full DHS shelter network.
Why This Matters
This is one of the largest food-service procurements in NYC. The prime will need subcontractors for:
Specialty diets
Packaging
Kitchen production
Borough-based delivery
Surge staffing
Fast Win for MWBEs
Multi-year predictable subcontracting work
Institutional primes actively seek MWBE partners
Strong fit for mid-size food-service operators
Red Flags
10,000+ meals/day production expected
Missing the pre-proposal disqualifies your bid
Heavy food safety compliance
Action Step
Reach out early to institutional food primes (Sodexo, Aramark, Whitsons). Lead with your differentiator — cultural meals, halal/kosher expertise, or borough delivery capacity.
NYPD — Explosive Detection Canines & Handler Training (RFP)
EPIN: 05625P0002
Term: 2026–2028
Due Date: January 6, 2026
What They’re Buying
Fully trained explosive detection canines
Handler training & recertification
Support for major NYC security deployments
Why This Matters
Niche field with very few qualified vendors. MWBE subcontracting is common in:
Veterinary support
Facility operations
Logistics
Training assistance
Fast Win
Low competition
High-visibility performance
Red Flags
You cannot enter without real credentials
Prior bidders have an advantage
Likely clearance requirements
Action Step
Suppose you’re not a K-9 specialist, subcontract. Target established government canine program operators.
🔨 CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE PIPELINE
DDC — Job Order Contracting System (JOCS)
Multiple EPINs released across all boroughs (Dec 5)
What They’re Buying
DDC is refreshing its list of pre-approved contractors for rapid-turnaround work:
HVAC
Electrical
Plumbing
Pedestrian ramps
ADA upgrades
Emergency repairs
Why This Matters
JOCS is one of the strongest revenue engines for MWBE construction firms. Once on the list, agencies call YOU with work — no competitive bidding.
Fast Win
Direct work orders
Repeatable, steady revenue
Ideal for growing MWBE trades
Red Flags
Must meet licensing requirements
Insurance requirements may be steep
🔑 Tactical Advantage (What Most Contractors Miss)
DDC awards JOCS per borough, and most contractors only apply in their home borough.
If you qualify:
➡️ Apply in every borough where you are licensed.
More boroughs = more calls = more revenue.
Miss this cycle, and you may be locked out until 2027.
Parks — Ballfield Lighting Reconstruction
Due: December 12, 2025
Perfect for MWBE electrical contractors looking to build on any past Parks Department performance.
⚡ FAST CLOSINGS (Next 7 Days)
Parks — Multiple Reconstruction Projects → Dec 12
NYPD — Solar Emergency Call Box Maintenance & Repair (RFI) → Dec 22
Strong fit for MWBEs in solar, telecom, or emergency communications.
👀 WHAT WE’RE WATCHING
Early indicators of movement from these agencies:
DCAS — Printing & Mailing Services
DOHMH — Community Health Worker Expansion (RFI closes 12/18)
SBS — Commercial Waste Zone enforcement support
We’ll update once PASSPort moves these to active status.
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Competitive landscape
MWBE strategy angles
Subcontracting opportunities
Partnership targets
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