RFR 190727 Tuberculosis Outpatient Services

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) seeks to establish a network of licensed medical facilities with the clinical expertise and capacity to assure access to, and provide quality services for, outpatient diagnosis, medical management, and engagement and retention in care for persons at risk for tuberculosis (TB). The selected contractors will provide TB outpatient services, including prompt and low-threshold access, defining standards of care, and allowing flexibility at the facility level to develop and implement a model. The contract duration is up to 9 years, and the estimated value is not specified. Key requirements include: • Providing TB outpatient services to priority populations, including vulnerable persons with limited access to prevention and clinical services • Coordinating with DPH to ensure continuity of care • Meeting performance requirements and invoicing according to unit rate contracts • Complying with procurement law and rules, and multiple contractors may be required The following are key points to consider: • The procurement is open, and bidders may submit unsolicited proposals during the entire contract period • The contract start date is July 1, 2018 • The submission deadline is May 25, 2018, 5:00 p.m. • The estimated contract value is not specified, but the contract duration is up to 9 years.