261034 Family Supportive Living

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) Bureau of Substance Addiction Services is seeking qualified providers to deliver Family Supportive Living services through a rolling Request for Response (RFR) #261034. The procurement targets substance use recovery providers capable of supporting pregnant and parenting individuals with 3-6 months of recovery time, along with their children. Providers must offer comprehensive services including case management, parenting support, medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), childcare, developmental services, and community-based support linkages within a recovery-oriented and trauma-informed living environment. The primary objectives include transitioning families to self-sufficiency within one to two years through housing and employment support services. Incumbent vendors must reapply by March 14, 2025, to prevent service interruption, and the initial contract term spans 5 years with two potential 2-year renewals, extending through June 30, 2034. Evaluation criteria direct bidders to reference Section D1 of the main RFR document, with applications reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.

The contract opportunity requires bidders to demonstrate a minimum 1% Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) commitment through partnerships with SDO-certified diverse businesses or non-profits. Providers must participate in local health coalitions and demonstrate capacity for culturally competent and linguistically appropriate services. The procurement is jointly funded through state and federal sources, with providers receiving federal grant funds considered sub-recipients subject to federal requirements. The estimated total procurement value, including all potential renewals, is $45.9 million, with an estimated annual amount of $5.1 million. Reimbursement will be based on rates established by EOHHS regulation 101 CMR 346 H0019-HR. The program includes funding for both housing costs and supportive services delivery, with startup or capital costs evaluated case-by-case according to Bureau needs. Capital purchases must be approved by DPH and completed within a 3-month start-up period, with providers required to submit detailed budget information as part of their application.