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Job Title: Solicitation/Specifications Writer
Department: Procurement Optimization
Division: Finance
Bureau: Agency Chief Contracting Office
Location: 42-09 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11101
Reports To Title: Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer
Direct Reports Title(s): N/A
Schedule & Hours: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (or equivalent approved 8 hour period)
Workplace Flexibility Modality: Hybrid
Work Environment: Office Environment, occasional travel for meetings and presentations within the NYC boroughs.
Grant End Date: 6/30/26
Created Date: 8/22/26
Revised Date:
Salary: $70,000- $75,000 annually
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Who We Are
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
Our Culture
We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.
About the Program
The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) partners with personnel throughout the Agency to procure quality goods and services, at fair and reasonable prices, in accordance with the City Charter, Procurement Policy Board Rules and Directives issued by the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services. ACCO provides training, written and verbal technical assistance, and creative solutions to ensure that the procurement needs of DOHMH are met in a responsible manner.
Location: 42 09 28th Street, LIC, NY 11101
About The Role
The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) within the Division of Finance is seeking to hire a Solicitation/Specifications Writer to collaborate with programs to develop solicitations, facilitate the Request for Proposal process and subsequent scope development for awarded contracts. With a staff of more than 6,000 and a budget of $1.6 billion, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the nation’s premier local health agency. Its more than 100 programs protect and promote the health of the world’s most culturally and linguistically diverse city.
Responsibilities
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At-Will Employment Statement
Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Residency Requirement
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.
To Apply
Click “Apply Now” and upload an up-to-date resume, including relevant experience for the position.
Department: Procurement Optimization
Division: Finance
Bureau: Agency Chief Contracting Office
Location: 42-09 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11101
Reports To Title: Assistant Agency Chief Contracting Officer
Direct Reports Title(s): N/A
Schedule & Hours: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (or equivalent approved 8 hour period)
Workplace Flexibility Modality: Hybrid
Work Environment: Office Environment, occasional travel for meetings and presentations within the NYC boroughs.
Grant End Date: 6/30/26
Created Date: 8/22/26
Revised Date:
Salary: $70,000- $75,000 annually
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Who We Are
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
Our Culture
We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.
About the Program
The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) partners with personnel throughout the Agency to procure quality goods and services, at fair and reasonable prices, in accordance with the City Charter, Procurement Policy Board Rules and Directives issued by the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services. ACCO provides training, written and verbal technical assistance, and creative solutions to ensure that the procurement needs of DOHMH are met in a responsible manner.
Location: 42 09 28th Street, LIC, NY 11101
About The Role
The Bureau of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) within the Division of Finance is seeking to hire a Solicitation/Specifications Writer to collaborate with programs to develop solicitations, facilitate the Request for Proposal process and subsequent scope development for awarded contracts. With a staff of more than 6,000 and a budget of $1.6 billion, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the nation’s premier local health agency. Its more than 100 programs protect and promote the health of the world’s most culturally and linguistically diverse city.
Responsibilities
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
- In collaboration with subject matter experts, write solicitation documents for competitive procurements. Such documents include Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Competitive Sealed Bids, and Requests for Quote.
- Produce high quality specifications within processing timelines and in compliance with NYC Procurement Policy Board Rules, NYC Charter, and DOHMH policies and procedures.
- Accurately and efficiently manage content of all assigned procurements, including following up with relevant personnel, and managing multiple document revisions.
- Coordinate the release of competitive procurement documents. Coordinate the receipt and evaluation of proposals/bids. Process contracts and other procurement requirement for vendors/providers that are recommended for contract award.
- Review and revise contract scopes of work and contract budgets to ensure alignment with both the solicitation document and agency requirements.
- Utilize Agency and Citywide systems in the processing and approval of all assigned work. Update monitoring systems on a regular basis.
- Identify challenges and solutions on procurement and contract matters; correspond with program and ACCO Senior Staff for rapid resolution.
- Participate in meetings concerning procurement portfolio and provide accurate status of procurement actions.
- Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/ organization.
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. A master’s degree is preferred.
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
- Experience writing specifications, statements of work (SOW), and/or contract scopes of work
- Experience working with various project management applications and platforms
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities
- Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods of time in an open floor plan setting.Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
At-Will Employment Statement
Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Residency Requirement
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.
To Apply
Click “Apply Now” and upload an up-to-date resume, including relevant experience for the position.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000
