24PMOPRTCLNCLSFTYRSKSTE - RFR for Clinical and Safety Risk Assessment Sites, Staffing, and Related

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) is issuing a Request for Responses (RFR) to procure one or more qualified vendors to operate and staff one or more Clinical and Safety Risk Assessment (CSRA) Sites. The CSRA Sites will provide clinical assessments, shelter, and support services to homeless families with children under 21 and pregnant individuals referred by the Family Welcome Centers and the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. Key deliverables include providing 24/7 operational and nursing support, clinical screenings, case management, and translation services. Respondents must demonstrate relevant experience, submit detailed implementation and staffing plans, and provide a comprehensive program budget. Bids are due by March 1, 2024, and the resulting contract(s) will have an initial 2-year term with up to 3 additional 1-year renewal options.

The RFR includes a Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirement, with a minimum 1% SDP commitment. EOHHS will favorably consider proposals that demonstrate higher SDP commitments and partnerships with local organizations. The RFR does not specify any set-asides or list any incumbent vendors. Funding for the contract(s) will be provided by EOHHS, the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development (EOHED), and the Office of Refugees and Immigrants (ORI), but the total anticipated contract value is not disclosed.