Supported Collaborative Living Pilot Program
ID: BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125572
• State: Massachusetts
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Description
Background
The Supported Collaborative Living (SCL) Pilot Program is initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to create innovative alternatives to Adult Long Term Residential (ALTR) and Shared Living (SL) services.
The program aims to provide a residential support model for individuals with various disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other complex needs.
The goal is to enable individuals to live independently in their own homes or apartments while sharing resources and staffing.
Work Details
The SCL program will offer a range of services designed to support individuals living together or in close proximity. Key components include:
- Skill Development and Maintenance: Training in personal finance, household management, health and wellness.
- Self-Determination and Advocacy: Coaching in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Community Integration: Support for accessing employment, volunteering, and social opportunities.
- Coordination of Supports: Assistance with managing personal care attendants and using assistive technology.
- Collaborative Scheduling: Coordinated staff coverage for individual and shared needs.
- Crisis Prevention and Response: Safety systems and on-site availability supports.
The program emphasizes person-centered planning tailored to individual goals, preferences, and cultural needs. Providers must be licensed with DDS for ALTR, Shared Living, or In-Home Supports.
Period of Performance
The contract will have an initial duration of two years with options to renew for an additional one year each, potentially extending the total duration up to four years.
The final end date for the contract is June 30, 2030.
Place of Performance
Services will be provided within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically targeting areas where individuals can live together or in close proximity.
Bidder Requirements
Providers must be contracted and licensed with DDS for ALTR (3153), Shared Living (3150), or In-Home Supports (3798).
They are required to maintain active registrations in COMMBUYS and comply with all relevant state regulations regarding service delivery.
Additionally, providers must ensure staff meet minimum qualifications including background checks and training requirements.
The Supported Collaborative Living (SCL) Pilot Program is initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to create innovative alternatives to Adult Long Term Residential (ALTR) and Shared Living (SL) services.
The program aims to provide a residential support model for individuals with various disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other complex needs.
The goal is to enable individuals to live independently in their own homes or apartments while sharing resources and staffing.
Work Details
The SCL program will offer a range of services designed to support individuals living together or in close proximity. Key components include:
- Skill Development and Maintenance: Training in personal finance, household management, health and wellness.
- Self-Determination and Advocacy: Coaching in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Community Integration: Support for accessing employment, volunteering, and social opportunities.
- Coordination of Supports: Assistance with managing personal care attendants and using assistive technology.
- Collaborative Scheduling: Coordinated staff coverage for individual and shared needs.
- Crisis Prevention and Response: Safety systems and on-site availability supports.
The program emphasizes person-centered planning tailored to individual goals, preferences, and cultural needs. Providers must be licensed with DDS for ALTR, Shared Living, or In-Home Supports.
Period of Performance
The contract will have an initial duration of two years with options to renew for an additional one year each, potentially extending the total duration up to four years.
The final end date for the contract is June 30, 2030.
Place of Performance
Services will be provided within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, specifically targeting areas where individuals can live together or in close proximity.
Bidder Requirements
Providers must be contracted and licensed with DDS for ALTR (3153), Shared Living (3150), or In-Home Supports (3798).
They are required to maintain active registrations in COMMBUYS and comply with all relevant state regulations regarding service delivery.
Additionally, providers must ensure staff meet minimum qualifications including background checks and training requirements.
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Overview
Opportunity Type
Open Market
Opportunity ID
BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125572
Response Deadline
June 30, 2027
Due in 376 Days
Date Posted
March 4, 2026
Source
Pre-Bid Conference
A Bidders Conference is being offered to give prospective Bidders general RFR information and to answer questions about the Supported Collaborative Living RFR. Attendance is optional.
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$5,000,000 - $15,000,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
High
On 3/4/26 Department of Developmental Services in Massachusetts issued Open Market Supported Collaborative Living Pilot Program with ID BD-26-1023-1023C-1023L-125572 due 6/30/27.
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Classifications
PSC
UNSPSC
931400 - Community and social services
Additional Details
Alternate ID
SCL-27
Source Department
DMR1000 - Central Office
Source Location
DMRCO - DMR Central Office
Info Contact
Email: DDSPOSProcurement@mass.gov