DMH client grocery purchase master agreement RFR

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking to establish a Master Agreement (MA) consisting of pre-qualified vendors to allow DMH staff and clients to purchase groceries, personal care products, and typical household items. The MA will be an open procurement from the available date until June 30, 2023, with five one-year renewal options. DMH expects to make multiple contract awards as a result of this Request for Response (RFR). Vendors must be able to serve at least one Massachusetts county or operate statewide and meet various qualification requirements, including fiscal and liability coverage criteria. The RFR outlines the allowable and prohibited items for purchase under the MA, and vendors must agree to invoice the appropriate DMH Area directly, with the option to participate in the Commonwealth's Prompt Payment Discount initiative.

The RFR does not provide details on set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. While it lists approved/active vendors for the 2023 fiscal year, it does not specify any incumbent contractors or existing infrastructure requirements. The RFR also does not include information on possible award values or budget ranges for the MA.