MRC Prosthetic and Orthopedic devices

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) is procuring a network of vendors to provide prosthetic and orthopedic devices and aids to eligible MRC consumers throughout the Commonwealth. The contract term is 5 years with an option to renew for an additional 5 years, with services to commence on January 1, 2018. Respondents must demonstrate the required qualifications and experience to provide these services, which will be evaluated based on criteria outlined in the Request for Response (RFR), including the ability to ensure cultural competency and equal access. Responses are due by October 11, 2017. The procurement will be funded through federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds, and all services will be subject to the fee schedule set by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services.

The RFR includes Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirements, which mandate the use of certified Women-Owned (WBE), Minority-Owned (MBE), Minority and Woman-Owned (M/WBE) Business Enterprises, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBE), Women Nonprofits (WNP), and Minority Nonprofits (MNP) as subcontractors or partners. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the Commonwealth is committed to awarding contracts to providers that demonstrate cultural competency and ensure equal access to services. The total value of the contracts is not specified, but will be based on the approved fee schedule and the service needs of eligible MRC consumers.