Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125153
Massachusetts seeks providers for Independent Living Supports (ILS) services.
Posted
February 10, 2026
Respond By
June 06, 2035
Identifier
BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125153
NAICS
624120
This opportunity from the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks qualified providers for Independent Living Supports (ILS) services to assist individuals with disabilities in living independently within the community. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Central Office - Services Requested: - Independent Living Supports (ILS), also known as In Home Supports - Community and social services (UNSPSC 931400) - Public administration and finance services (UNSPSC 931500) - Health administration services (UNSPSC 851017) - Product/Service Details: - Regular, one-to-one support for individuals with disabilities - Services provided for less than 24 hours per day - Focus on enabling independent living in the least restrictive setting - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Establishment of a qualifying list of providers - Opportunity is not eligible for the Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned; this is a service provider solicitation - Place of Performance: - Services delivered within Massachusetts, primarily in community settings - Period of Performance: - Contract starts July 1st, 2026 and runs through June 30th, 2035 (rolling basis)
Description
The Department of Developmental Services is soliciting providers for Independent Living Supports (ILS), also known as In Home Supports. These services consist of supports for various activities provided regularly on a one-to-one basis but less than 24 hours per day, enabling individuals to live independently in the community. The solicitation aims to create a qualifying list of providers to deliver these services. The contract start date is July 1, 2026, with a rolling period to June 30, 2035.