M27005 Notice of Opportunity License of Dental Suite for Outpatient Dental Practice

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Western Massachusetts Hospital (WMH) is soliciting proposals to license an existing dental suite for outpatient general dentistry services, with proposals due November 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST.

The dental suite occupies approximately 1,470 square feet at 91 East Mountain Road in Westfield, Massachusetts and comprises four dental operatories plus clinical and support space. The selected respondent will operate an independent dental practice and bear all costs associated with establishing and operating the practice beyond what WMH provides. WMH will furnish parking, building maintenance, and building services including HVAC, water, and electricity.

The anticipated License Agreement term is five years with an option to extend for up to two additional years, with a final end date of June 30, 2034. The anticipated annual license fee is $13,500 for each of the first five years (totaling $67,500 over the initial term), subject to confirmation of fair market rental value and negotiation. The selected respondent will contribute an additional $743 monthly toward electricity. All proposed terms, including license fees and requested exceptions or alternative terms, are subject to negotiation.

WMH reserves the right to amend, suspend, cancel, or reject responses. Selection under this Notice does not automatically award a dental services contract; WMH anticipates negotiating a separate dental services contract subject to applicable procurement requirements.

Questions are due by November 15, 2026. A pre-proposal site visit is available by contacting Denise Grasty at (413) 784-9340. Proposals should include the respondent's legal name, business address, description of experience, proposed practice details including days and hours of operation, proposed financial terms, anticipated improvements or equipment installations, and any requested exceptions or alternative terms.