DHCD2023-39 EA Hotel Motel Provider Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), is seeking hotel and motel providers to deliver short-term room rentals as temporary emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness. The DHCD2023-39 EA Hotel Motel Provider Services contract opportunity requires respondents to provide details on proposed hotel sites, including total rooms, room types, ADA accessibility, nightly/monthly rates, availability of kitchens/kitchenettes, play spaces, and dining areas. The initial contract term is 11 months with up to 10 renewal options for a total maximum duration of 9 years and 2 months. DHCD will review responses on a rolling basis and intends to award up to 15 contracts. Respondents must demonstrate compliance with local laws and regulations for long-term stays and meet minimum requirements for room amenities and services.

The procurement includes Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirements, where bidders must make a minimum 1% financial commitment to partnering with certified diverse businesses or non-profit organizations. Bidders will be awarded additional evaluation points for higher SDP commitments. Funding for the contracts is contingent on DHCD receiving the necessary appropriations. The procurement documents do not provide details on pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent vendors, or the total contract value or budget range.