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Independent Living Supports 2027

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BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125153State & Local

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The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services is soliciting responses to establish a qualifying list of providers for Independent Living Supports (ILS), also known as In Home Supports. These services provide one-to-one support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and other complex conditions, such as autism spectrum disorders or traumatic brain injuries, to enable them to live independently in the least restrictive community settings. Services are categorized into three levels: Foundational Supports (Level A), Skill Development and Coordination (Level B), and Intensive and Clinically Supported Services (Level C). The procurement is structured as a rate contract with an estimated total value of 950 million dollars over a ten-year period, with a final end date of June 30, 2036. The contract follows a rolling enrollment process, with a priority submission deadline of March 25, 2026, and a contract start date of July 1, 2026. Unsolicited proposals will be accepted and reviewed quarterly through June 30, 2035. To be deemed qualified, providers must score a one on every required response item and submit an acceptable Supplier Diversity Plan. Awarded providers must obtain Approval to Operate from DDS/OQE and comply with strict licensure, certification, and background check requirements, including CORI and National Criminal Background checks. All submissions must be made electronically via the COMMBUYS portal.

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Massachusetts seeks qualified vendors for one-to-one independent living supports for developmental disabilities via COMMBUYS until 2035.

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Massachusetts → DMR1000 - Central OfficeView Agency

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624120 - Services for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesView NAICS

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Floor Boston, MA, 02109, USA

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AgencyMassachusetts → DMR1000 - Central Office
Contacts1 person available
OfficeFloor Boston, MA, 02109, USA
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Office AddressFloor Boston, MA, 02109, USA
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The Department of Developmental services (DDS or the Department) is releasing this BID/RFR to create a qualifying list of Providers of Independent Living Supports (ILS), also known as In Home Supports. ILS consists of services and supports for a variety of activities that may be provided regularly, on a one-to-one basis, but less than 24 hours per day, that enable the individual to live independently and in the least restrictive setting in the community.

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