RFR 233132 Specialized Laboratory Testing Services

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is seeking to establish a pool of prequalified laboratory service providers to purchase specialized laboratory testing services on an as-needed basis. The selected providers will be required to provide high-quality laboratory testing services, including pre-analytical and post-analytical functions, in various areas of testing services. The contract will be for a period of 10 years, with the option for renewal. • The laboratory testing services will include SARS-CoV-2 testing, wastewater surveillance testing, in-home collection testing, genomic sequencing and analysis, and other laboratory testing services to address public health priorities. • The selected providers will be required to have the necessary licenses, approvals, certificates, or waivers to perform the proposed testing services. • The providers will be required to transmit lab results electronically and provide a qualified representative for telephone and/or in-person consultation. • The providers will be required to prioritize BIDLS-referred laboratory testing to ensure agreed-upon turnaround times are met. • The providers will be required to provide documentation related to quality control and quality assurance measures or infection control policies and procedures as applicable to the proposed activities.