RFR 224330 Anatomic Pathology Laboratory Services

Summary of State and Local Contracting Opportunity:

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Public Health Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Master Service Agreement for Anatomic Pathology Laboratory Services in Suffolk County. The contract will deliver quality diagnostic anatomic pathology laboratory services and specialized testing not offered through the statewide contract. The initial contract term is up to 5 years with two 2-year renewal options, for an anticipated total value of $300,000. Vendors must be accredited by the Joint Commission or College of American Pathology, have a valid CLIA license, and have at least 3 years of experience providing the proposed services. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, vendor qualifications, and technical capabilities, with a focus on criteria such as turnaround times, responsiveness, and quality of results. The RFR has a rolling enrollment, with the first response due by September 1, 2021.

This contract opportunity is open to all vendors who can meet the stated requirements. No set-asides or restrictions on organization types are specified. The incumbent provider is Boston University Mallory Pathology Associates Inc., who has been selected for the current contract award. The Commonwealth encourages participation in the Prompt Payment Discount initiative, and vendors will be required to enroll in the state's Electronic Funds Transfer program. Pricing for services will be structured as a rate contract with no maximum obligation, subject to negotiation and available funding.