Clinical Consultation, Assessment & Treatment Services

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified individuals and organizations to provide Clinical Consultation, Assessment & Treatment Services through a rolling enrollment Request for Response (RFR) identified as CCAT-26. The procurement will support DDS-eligible individuals with diverse abilities and challenges by obtaining medical and behavioral health services on an as-needed basis. Services may include direct patient care, diagnostic formulation, treatment planning, consultation, and programmatic support across various medical and behavioral health professions. The contract duration will span ten years, from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2035, with initial proposals due by May 7, 2025. Providers must possess professional liability coverage of at least $2,000,000/$4,000,000, maintain active registration in COMMBUYS and MMARS, and comply with comprehensive background check requirements including CORI, DPPC registry checks, and national criminal background checks. Key evaluation criteria will include a Supplier Diversity Plan, with at least 25% of evaluation points allocated to these submissions. Proposals will be compensated on a fee-for-service basis using rates specified in Attachment A, with no guaranteed funding level.

The RFR includes a Supplier Diversity Program mandate requiring providers to commit a minimum of 1% financially to partnering with diverse business enterprises or non-profit organizations. This requirement suggests a focus on promoting inclusivity and opportunities for disadvantaged businesses in the procurement process. The estimated total procurement value is approximately $1,000,000 annually, though the contract emphasizes that DDS will engage professionals strictly as service needs arise. Providers must be prepared to submit comprehensive documentation, including the zipped RFR forms for individuals and organizations, which likely contain detailed qualification and compliance requirements. While specific incumbent vendors are not mentioned, the procurement appears designed to create a flexible pool of qualified medical and behavioral health service providers who can support the complex needs of DDS-eligible individuals. The rolling enrollment approach allows for continuous provider engagement throughout the contract period, providing DDS with ongoing flexibility in service procurement.