214830 Housing Stability Support

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) is procuring Housing Stability Support services through Request for Response (RFR) #214830. The goal is to assist single adults, families, and young adults in recovery from substance use disorders with housing stabilization, self-sufficiency, and achieving their recovery goals through the provision of supportive case management services in both permanent and transitional housing settings. Eligible providers must deliver a range of required service elements, including housing search assistance, eviction prevention, and community-based supports. Applicants must demonstrate experience providing supportive case management, as well as staff qualifications, training, and cultural competence to meet the needs of the diverse client population. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the COMMBUYS system by the April 16, 2021 due date to be considered for the initial contract period beginning July 1, 2021, though the RFR is a rolling procurement. Evaluation criteria include alignment with the agency's mission, target population and service area, housing model, collaborations, and philosophical approach to case management.

This procurement does not have specific set-aside designations, but the RFR emphasizes the importance of cultural competence and linguistically appropriate service delivery. While no incumbent vendors are named, the RFR states that all previously contracted Supportive Case Management service providers must respond to this RFR to continue providing services. The RFR indicates funding is from federal block grant sources, but does not provide specific award values or budget ranges.