Barber Services 2025

The Massachusetts Veterans Home at Holyoke (VHH) is seeking a qualified barber/stylist to provide comprehensive services for its current 128-bed facility and the upcoming 234-bed facility with additional adult day health services for veterans. The Request for Response (RFR) RFRBARBER2025 requires a vendor capable of providing direct barber services onsite at the facility's salon, with the ability to accommodate veterans who cannot visit the salon independently. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in long-term care settings with geriatric populations, especially those with behavioral issues like dementia. The barber must hold a current Massachusetts barber license, supply all necessary equipment and products, and submit a rate sheet with separate pricing for male and female veteran haircuts and styling. The RFR was posted on April 15, 2025, with bid responses due by May 2, 2025 at 5 PM, and an estimated contract start date of June 1, 2025. The initial contract duration is 2 years, with options to renew for up to 3 additional one-year periods, potentially extending the total contract duration to 5 years. Evaluation criteria will focus on a comprehensive written proposal, prior experience, business references, prompt pay discount options, and competitive pricing.

The procurement will follow the Massachusetts Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP), which gives preference to small businesses with their principal place of business in Massachusetts. Bidders must complete several required forms, including the Bidder Reference Form, Authorized Signatory Listing, Prompt Pay Discount Form, Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization, and a Substitute Form W-9. The contract will be a fee-for-service arrangement where the selected barber will submit individual invoices for services rendered. While the estimated contract value is currently listed as "TBD," the procurement is designed to ensure comprehensive barber services for veterans across multiple care settings. Potential bidders must demonstrate the ability to serve a diverse veteran population, including those with specialized care needs. The contract will require flexibility to serve the existing facility and transition to the new 234-bed facility expected to be operational as early as 2026. Vendors must be prepared to provide consistent, high-quality barber services that meet the unique needs of a veteran long-term care environment.