Massachusetts Technical Schools with Full-time LPN Certificate Programs Qualifying RFR

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is issuing a Request for Response (RFR) to identify technical schools in Massachusetts that offer full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certificate programs. The purpose of this procurement is to partner with these technical schools to encourage and support DDS employees in obtaining their LPN certificates. The RFR requires providers to furnish details on their LPN certificate program, including the program duration, number of courses, total credit hours, tuition, and associated fees. DDS intends to cover the tuition and fees for DDS employees accepted into the DDS LPN Certificate Career Ladder program. The RFR is a rolling enrollment, with technical schools able to submit proposals until January 31, 2028. The resulting contract will have an initial term of up to 5 years, ending on June 30, 2028.

This is a state-level contract opportunity in Massachusetts, specifically targeting technical schools located in Suffolk County and Boston City. The RFR does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFR states that this is a fee-for-service contract and will not have a maximum obligation amount, with DDS reserving the right to expand program availability beyond the initial 25 DDS employees per academic year.