Transitional Assistance 2025

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) is seeking qualified providers for a Transitional Assistance Master Service Agreement contract to support program-eligible participants across multiple initiatives, including Money Follows the Person (MFP) DEMO, MFP Community Living, Acquired Brain Injury Networking, MFP Residential Supports, ABI Residential Habilitation, and Traumatic Brain Injury programs. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive transitional assistance services focused on removing housing barriers, locating appropriate housing, and purchasing necessary household setup items for individuals transitioning to community living. Providers must demonstrate expertise in serving individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and traumatic brain injuries, with the ability to work collaboratively across program portfolios. The contract requires providers to facilitate successful community integrations through non-recurring cost support and individualized transitional services. Providers will be evaluated based on their capacity to serve diverse participant populations, experience with similar programs, and ability to meet commonwealth requirements. The Request for Responses (RFR) was posted on November 26, 2025, with a final submission deadline of August 31, 2034, allowing an extended period for potential providers to prepare and submit their proposals.

The procurement appears open to multiple types of providers, with a potential preference for incumbent vendors who have previously demonstrated successful program implementation. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the contract suggests a comprehensive approach that welcomes qualified providers across various organizational structures. The Master Service Agreement is structured to provide flexible service delivery across multiple program streams, with potential for future program expansions or modifications. Funding for the contract derives from state appropriations supporting Money Follows the Person initiatives and Medicaid waiver programs, indicating potential sustainable funding mechanisms. The agreement includes performance metrics, reporting requirements, and compliance standards to ensure equitable access and successful community integration outcomes. Although specific award values are not explicitly stated, the extended contract period from 2025 to 2034 suggests significant potential funding opportunities for selected providers. The contract's broad scope across multiple program initiatives indicates a substantial investment in transitional assistance services for individuals with complex support needs.