MRC DME 9-2020 durable medical equipment reuse partner

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), is seeking partners to participate in its Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Reuse Program. The contract solicitation, identified as MRC DME 9-2020, is for a Durable Medical Equipment Reuse Partner to provide DME refurbishment, storage, and distribution services across the state. The contract term is for one year with up to four one-year renewal options. Responses must be submitted by March 30, 2029. Qualified organizations will be evaluated on criteria such as relevant experience, staffing, implementation plan, budget, and reporting capabilities. The MRC anticipates contracting with two Reuse Partners and three Drop-Off Sites in the first year, with the potential for additional partners depending on funding availability.

The contract does not specify any set-asides or incumbent contractors. However, the Commonwealth is committed to promoting participation from minority-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and disability-owned businesses through its Supplier Diversity Program. Bidders must commit to a percentage of their contract spending with certified diverse suppliers. The total budget for the DME Reuse Partner contract is $35,000 per year, subject to annual funding availability through the MRC DME Reuse Program.