Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1022-DMH08-8220A-132190
Massachusetts DMH Seeks Input for Statewide Respite Services Procurement
Posted
August 07, 2026
Respond By
March 31, 2027
Identifier
BD-27-1022-DMH08-8220A-132190
NAICS
624190
The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking input to inform an upcoming statewide procurement for Respite and Peer Respite services. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named at this stage - Products/Services Requested: - Community and social services focused on respite care - Peer Respite services as part of a statewide program - No part numbers or purchase quantities specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - DMH is conducting a pre-solicitation input phase to gather feedback from existing providers and interested parties - The procurement will be shaped based on stakeholder input prior to formal solicitation - No technical equipment or product OEMs are involved; the focus is on service provision
Description
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) intends to issue a Request for Response (RFR) to procure Respite services. The RFR will be posted in November 2026. DMH is seeking input from current providers of Respite and Peer Respite services through an online forum scheduled for August 20, 2026, from 3 pm to 4 pm. Other interested parties are also welcome to attend this forum. The solicitation is classified under community and social services.