Hearing Officers - 24

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Hearing Officers to conduct administrative appeals in accordance with DDS regulations and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The Hearing Officers will be responsible for carrying out due process hearings, issuing timely recommended decisions, and maintaining proper records. Responses may be submitted on a rolling basis until April 30, 2029, and will be reviewed quarterly unless an earlier review period is necessary. The anticipated contract term is from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2029, with one three-year renewal option. Hearing Officers will be compensated at a rate of $120 per hour for all administrative functions, including preparing for, conducting, and analyzing the hearings, as well as writing the decisions. DDS will also pay a $50 per hour travel rate if travel is required.

The contract opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The procurement documents do not provide details on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor do they mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total annual budget for the Hearing Officer services is approximately $40,000, but the contract does not have a maximum obligation amount.