Specialized Behavioral ALTR Homes

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is issuing a Request for Response (RFR) for Specialized Behavioral Adult Long Term Residential (ALTR) Homes services, seeking qualified providers capable of delivering intensive 24-hour residential support for individuals with significant behavioral challenges. The procurement targets providers with specialized clinical resources and expertise in managing complex behavioral health issues, including aggression, self-harm, elopement, and PICA. Providers must be pre-qualified under ALTR-24 RFR and licensed by DDS to provide residential services, with the program designed for homes supporting four individuals and potentially a fifth after clinical review. The RFR (COMMBUYS BID Number BD-25-1023-1023C-1023L-110728) requires electronic bid submissions due by January 28, 2025, with an estimated contract start date of March 1, 2025. Key dates include a Provider Conference via Zoom on January 7, 2025, and an initial question deadline of January 8, 2025. The contract duration is expected to be eight years and four months, concluding on June 20, 2033, with providers expected to demonstrate substantial clinical capabilities and specialized staff training.

The procurement includes Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requirements mandating that providers direct at least 1% of Commonwealth contract revenue toward spending with SDP-certified diverse businesses or non-profit organizations. Eligible SDP categories encompass Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, Veteran-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Disability-Owned, and LGBTBE businesses. The evaluation process will allocate at least 25% of bid points to SDP Plan submissions, with an additional 10% maximum for equity and inclusion criteria. The estimated total procurement value is $3,800,000,000, structured as a rate contract without a maximum obligation amount. Reimbursement will be based on rates established by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services under 101 CMR 420.00 Rates for ALTR Services. Funding remains subject to appropriation, and the contract will be managed through the COMMBUYS procurement system, with providers required to navigate specific technical submission requirements and comply with state procurement regulations.