Request For Information Massachusetts Mental Health Center Primary Care Clinic

The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Massachusetts Mental Health Center (MMHC) Primary Care Clinic, seeking input on reprocuring a third-party operated primary care clinic serving DMH clients. The procurement focuses on maintaining and potentially improving an existing clinic that currently serves 425 enrolled clients, with a specific emphasis on integrated behavioral and physical health care for individuals with persistent mental health challenges and complex psychosocial needs. The RFI aims to gather comprehensive insights on potential service models, staffing configurations, third-party billing strategies, client enrollment capacity, continuity of services, and outreach methods. Responses are due by May 9, 2025, with the opportunity posted on April 4, 2025. Key deliverables include a viable program design for continuing the clinic's operations, with potential requirements for maintaining current service levels, implementing efficient billing strategies, and ensuring comprehensive patient care. The clinic currently operates with 0.75 FTE Physician, 1.0 FTE Practice Manager, and a 1.0 FTE Nurse Practitioner, suggesting respondents should have expertise in healthcare service delivery for complex patient populations.

The RFI does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, though potential respondents should have significant experience in healthcare service delivery, particularly in mental health and primary care integration. The current clinic is operated by Brigham and Women's Hospital, which may provide context for potential future operators. The existing contract is funded at $336,000 annually, with approximately $39,000 in third-party billing offsets, resulting in a net DMH funding of around $297,000. DMH plans to add approximately $106,500 to fund a Registered Nurse position, bringing the total budget to $403,500. The clinic exclusively serves DMH clients and requires a provider capable of managing a patient population with significant medical and behavioral health needs. Successful respondents will need to demonstrate the ability to provide comprehensive, integrated care, maintain current service levels, and potentially expand or improve the clinic's operational capabilities. The procurement suggests a preference for organizations with proven track records in specialized healthcare service delivery for complex patient populations.