Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #2028-DMH-3048-01
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health seeks providers for statewide Respite Services.
Posted
August 07, 2026
Respond By
March 31, 2027
Identifier
2028-DMH-3048-01
NAICS
623220
The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is preparing to procure statewide Respite and Peer Respite services to support individuals with mental health needs. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) - Managed via the Massachusetts COMMBUYS portal - Services Requested: - Respite care services for individuals with mental health needs - Peer Respite services, emphasizing peer support models - Classified under UNSPSC code 931400 (Community and social services) - Scope and Requirements: - Statewide coverage across Massachusetts - Open to all interested providers; no specific OEMs or vendors named - Input sought from current and potential providers via an online listening session prior to formal solicitation - Includes both traditional and peer respite service models - Notable Details: - No product procurement; strictly service-based opportunity - No unique technical requirements specified beyond statewide scope and inclusion of peer support
Description
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) intends to issue a Request for Response to procure Respite services, with the RFR to 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 3pm to 4pm, which is open to other interested parties. The solicitation is for services to be provided statewide in Massachusetts and is managed through the Massachusetts COMMBUYS portal. The response deadline for the solicitation is March 31, 2027, at 3:00 PM. There is no pre-bid conference scheduled for this solicitation.